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Suggest Treatment For Symptoms Of Retinal Degeneration
Question: Am having flashes of a bright light at upper outer corner of right eye when moving head . Not constant, just started . Vision not distorted.
Brief Answer:
Chances of retinal degenerative patch.
Detailed Answer:
My dear,
Thanks for sending your query to us.
Such flashes are usually indicative of retinal degeneration. The area of degeneration is opposite to flashes.
Avoid heavy weights and excessive strain and get a retinal examination at the earliest..In case a patch is detected then further management is to be called for..
Do get back to me in case of any further query in this regard.
Chances of retinal degenerative patch.
Detailed Answer:
My dear,
Thanks for sending your query to us.
Such flashes are usually indicative of retinal degeneration. The area of degeneration is opposite to flashes.
Avoid heavy weights and excessive strain and get a retinal examination at the earliest..In case a patch is detected then further management is to be called for..
Do get back to me in case of any further query in this regard.
Above answer was peer-reviewed by :
Dr. Arnab Banerjee
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