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2018-01-28 16:33:53
When shake my head in dark room i see light or something like that i am not clear what exactly it is. Are these flashes of light or something to worry. Also i am not clear what exactly flashes are. Can you plz help me clear that. I often fear if i have retinal detachment. Plz help
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Hello These are flashes Flashes suggest vitreous traction on retina Chances of retinal detachment are very less in a young male if there is no other risk factor You may consult retina specialist and get retina examined annually

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