Pulse in eye

[Gamble2020]

I can see my pulse in my left eye. Mostly when pressure is applied to it or when I'm laying down.

[xltjim]

I sometimes notice this as well but usually after some strenuous exercise.  I wouldn't be applying pressure to the eye though and not sure why one would purposely do that.  You may want to mention to your opthalmologist.  Probably not a bad to idea to see your GP for a physical just to rule out things like elevated blood pressure or anything else.   Just my opinion, I am not a MD.

[Gamble2020]

I'm not purposely applying pressure to it, moreso when I'm resting my head on my arm I notice it is what I mean. I've had my eyes checked within the past week, my main question was if anyone else has dealt with this?  

[JohnHaganMD]

If you have had a normal eye exam by an Eye MD ophthalmologist and a good physical exam by your family MD especially with your pulse and blood pressure then stop worrying about it. I have it myself. (but not from pushing on eye, don't do that)

[Gamble2020]

Thank you, doctor. What causes yours?

[JohnHaganMD]

It is normal in most people. It is the retina being stimulated by the pulse pressure (rise and fall of blood pressure within the eye).

[Gamble2020]

Hello Dr. Hagan. I have one floaters in my left eye only is that bad? It's not alot but I notice it's only in my left eye. Also when I blink or look far left or right I see a black transparent circle, what is that?

[JohnHaganMD]

A single floater with out flashes of light, pain, reduced vision, loss of peripheral vision is not usually a cause of concern. If any of those other symptoms you need to see an ophthalmologist. I can't tell you for sure what the side vision problem is.