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When i woke up last night from just barely falling asleep my vision was white. i couldnt see anything but white. it cleared up in seconds but it scared the crap out of me. what could this have been?

Q: when i woke up last night from just barely falling asleep my vision was white. i couldnt see anything but white. it cleared up in seconds but it scared the crap out of me. what could this have been?

: You should have this evaluated to be certain it is not a neurologic issue. You can see an eye doctor to begin with and then you may need to see a neurologist if your eye exam is ok.

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Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Specializes in Internal Medicine

You should have this evaluated to be certain it is not a neurologic issue. You can see an eye doctor to begin with and then you may need to see a neurologist if your eye exam is ok.

Dr Colantino agreed

Answered 6/2/2023

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A member asked:

When i woke up last night from just barely falling asleep my vision was white. i couldnt see anything but white. it cleared up in seconds but it scared the crap out of me. what could this have been?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Sue Ferranti answered

Dr Colantino agreed

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