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Black flashes

2019-03-06 05:22:05
When i open my eyes i see black flashes for a second than disappear. I also have vitreous detachment in eyes. But 'what are' these black flashes ?
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Hello Flashes are not black...this could be due to floater. This is benign and don't need treatment Only way to get rid of it is to avoid it

Answered2019-03-08 06:40:52

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These are floaters .you will have to learn to omit it .Please don't concentrate over them.

Answered2019-03-06 05:54:48

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