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Loss of side vision

Loss of side vision

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Loss of side vision is the same as loss of peripheral vision. In other words, central "eye chart" vision is normal but there is a loss of peripheral vision due to either a retinal problem or a neurological problem. Retinal detachment, hereditary dystrophies or stroke are some causes of loss of side vision.

Dr. Stephen Wexler reviewed this

41 year experience in Ophthalmology

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

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Eye

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Glaucoma
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Stroke in the brain
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Mini stroke (transient ischemic attack; TIA)
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Stroke
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