A 50-year-old female asked:
had a flashing arc appear in my vision, which lasted about 10 minutes and disappeared. optometrist said wait to see if it returns. ok not to be seen?
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Dr. Ronald Ward answered
Specializes in ENT and Head and Neck Surgery
Flashing arc: See ophthalmologist. Need retina checked
Answered on Apr 7, 2019
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