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Sudden flash in my eyes

2017-10-20 00:32:04
I was laying down in bed thinking in my room and suddenly my eyesight went dark for about 2-3 seconds and then I saw a sudden flash that covered both my eyes.
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You should use some lubricating eye drops like Optive eye drops 3-4 times .

Answered2017-10-20 23:19:02

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it could be due to dryness. please use lubricant eye drops 2to3 times daily e.g. refresh tears. if it occurs again, please get your fundus exam Done by an ophthalmologist nearby.

Answered2017-10-20 05:16:12

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Hello This could be due to dryness Try A.cold compresses B use lubricating eyedrop frequently Having said that it is provisional diagnosis Kindly consult local ophthalmologist and get proper eye examination done Regards

Answered2017-10-20 03:11:42

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