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A member asked:
How long can i wait with flashes of light to see if it goes away without seeing a doctor?
7 doctors weighed in across 3 answers
Dont wait: Dont wait any longer, can be a sign of serious and irreversible eye problems, the sooner you go the better are chances to fix the problem.
Answered 2/15/2012
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See a doctor: Flashes of light, especially those accompanied by decreased vision, need to be evaluated immediately. There is a possibility that the retina is experiencing a problem (hole, tear or even detachment). If there is a detachment, you usually have no more than a 72 hour window for treating it to prevent severe vision loss. Do not delay seeing a doctor - go immediately.
Answered 6/4/2014
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See EyeMD ASAP: Flashes of light are a potientially serious symptom so you should not delay in getting medical attention.
Answered 7/5/2012
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