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Hello, for the past few years i have been experiencing flashes of light in my vision. i also get a weird sensation through out my body. it mostly happens when i am trying to fall asleep. what could be causing this?

Q: hello, for the past few years i have been experiencing flashes of light in my vision. i also get a weird sensation through out my body. it mostly happens when i am trying to fall asleep. what could be causing this?

: suggest that you see an ophthalmologist to be evaluated for this problem with your vision.

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Dr. Stanley Katz answered

suggest that you see an ophthalmologist to be evaluated for this problem with your vision.

Dr Rhoads agreed

Answered 3/31/2021

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A member asked:

Hello, for the past few years i have been experiencing flashes of light in my vision. i also get a weird sensation through out my body. it mostly happens when i am trying to fall asleep. what could be causing this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Stanley Katz answered

Dr Rhoads agreed

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