Photopsia is the symptom of seeing flashes of light and is essentially harmless but it may be a sign of more serious complications elsewhere in the body that.
Light that flashes or best when flying.
For example people with migraines who experience an aura often report flashing lights in one or both eyes as the headache develops.
If you notice the sudden appearance of flashes you should visit your ophthalmologist immediately because it could mean that the retina has been torn.
Flashes and floaters can be caused by.
Causes of light flashes in the eye.
I have seen these flashes as well but they are so quick that i think somehow my mind has been playing tricks and never thought to say much.
Edit on 4 7 2008 by justamomma.
Detachment of the jelly like vitreous from the retina.
These flashes of light can appear off and on for several weeks or months.
Less commonly light flashes can occur without a subsequent headache a condition called an ocular migraine.
You should see your ophthalmologist as soon as.
Flashes of light in the corner of your eye can be a symptom of many conditions.
Phantom light flashes can occur for a number of other reasons.
Detachment of the innermost light sensitive layer of the eye is the most common cause of.
As we grow older it is more common to experience flashes.
Saw a few last night.