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Flashes in Eye
Hi,
I have been seeing geometric flashes in my right eye towards the top to centre of my vision field. I, however, DO NOT have floaters, loss of vision in one half of the visual field, loss of peripheral vision, visual disturbance, hazy vision (which I know is associated with retinal detachment/ tear). Its just this occassional flashes of black in a shape of a cross with coloured borders.
I have been seeing geometric flashes in my right eye towards the top to centre of my vision field. I, however, DO NOT have floaters, loss of vision in one half of the visual field, loss of peripheral vision, visual disturbance, hazy vision (which I know is associated with retinal detachment/ tear). Its just this occassional flashes of black in a shape of a cross with coloured borders.
Many thanks. Just went to see one and she said my retina looks good. So it might just be a retinal migraine. Any treatment options?
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
It sounds like you've done some research. More than likely this is related to some type of migraine like problem even if your are not having any type of headache. If this problem persists then you need to seek the care of a ophthalmologist who may recommend performing an automated visual field test.
Best wishes,
Timothy D. McGarity, M.D.
Best wishes,
Timothy D. McGarity, M.D.
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