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Can a high fever cause vision changes? it's like i can see the electricity in the air. looking at a white background, its like tiny black dots jumping all around. also have spots in both eyes like i looked at the sun. fever was last night?

Q: can a high fever cause vision changes? it's like i can see the electricity in the air. looking at a white background, its like tiny black dots jumping all around. also have spots in both eyes like i looked at the sun. fever was last night?

: Fever per se does not affect vision. The cause of fever may affect vision. What you described suggest floaters, that are common. If there has been a change in floaters or if you have flashes of light, it would be prudent to consult a ophthalmologist.

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Fever per se does not affect vision. The cause of fever may affect vision. What you described suggest floaters, that are common. If there has been a change in floaters or if you have flashes of light, it would be prudent to consult a ophthalmologist.

Answered 7/1/2022

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A member asked:

Can a high fever cause vision changes? it's like i can see the electricity in the air. looking at a white background, its like tiny black dots jumping all around. also have spots in both eyes like i looked at the sun. fever was last night?

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