Light flicker in the periphery (not a flash)
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A few times a day I experience what appears to be like a flicker of light (similar to an electric bulb flickering due to electrical issues). It lasts for less than a second. It's not like a flash (people have explained flashes like a flash of a camera). This is in my left eye and I also have twitching in the same eye (and tinnitus in my left ear)
Does this appear to be a retinal issue or could it be maybe a migraine?
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lindalou60 Ig77
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I too, experience this exact thing in my right eye. I am 61. Have suffered from opti migraines for around 20 years. I also went thru flashing in my right eye (different from the current flicker) which was posterior vitreous detachment. Now I have this. Had excruciating eyes tests with a retinal specialist and when all was said and done he just said, He thinks it’s just occasional after effects from my two other conditions. Weird. So I go on with life and occasionally see the light flicker and just don’t let it get to me... just go get it checked. It will relieve your mind.
Good luck! Linda
diane48177 Ig77
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I am experiencing something similar on occasion. This started after my cataract surgeries so I'm not sure if its related to that. I'm also seeing a retina specialist because the capsule tore during surgery, so he is checking me regularly. Definitely mention to your doctor.