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Have you noticed flashes or threads of light in the corners of your eye and wondered whats going on? Flashes in your eye are a type of photopsia, or vision disturbance.

Flashes of light can happen in one or both of your eyes and have different shapes, colors, frequency, and duration. There are many causes for this.

Lets take a closer look at the causes of light flashes in your eye and what you can do about them.

Lets consider the function of the retina and vitreous humor to better understand these flashes.

While there are many reasons you may see flashes of light in your eye, pressure or force on the retina are most often the causes. These flickers of light happen in the back part of your eye where the retinas located.

Tiny fibers float in the vitreous fluid and are attached to the retina. When these fibers get pulled or rubbed, it can cause flashes or light sparks from the friction.

Flashes of light in the eye are typically not a condition on their own. Instead, they tend to be a symptom of another condition.

According to the American Academy of Ophthalmology, seeing flashes of light in the corner of your eye can be caused by a variety of factors or conditions. Some causes may be related to your eye health, while others may be related to other types of health conditions.

Several types of eye-related issues may cause flashes of light to appear in the corner of your eye or field of vision.

Flashes of light in your eye may not necessarily be caused by an eye-related issue. It may be a symptom of a different health condition.

Retinal detachment is a medical emergency and requires immediate medical attention to prevent vision loss. If you have the following symptoms, get medical help right away:

A TIA can often be a warning sign of a stroke. Thats why its important not to ignore the signs. If you notice any of the following symptoms, get medical attention as soon as possible:

Make an appointment to see an ophthalmologist, optometrist, or your primary doctor if you:

Your doctor can determine the cause of the light flashes based on the type, duration, and location of these visual disturbances.

Any serious injury to your eye also needs immediate medical attention.

Flashes of light in your eye are typically a symptom of an issue related to your eyes or some other health condition. The treatment will depend on the underlying cause.

When you see your doctor, be sure to go over all the medications youre currently taking. Some medications can cause vision-related side effects.

In some cases, as with optic neuritis, treating the cause of the inflammation or infection can stop the light flashes.

Tears in the retina or retinal detachment may require surgery.

Theres no treatment for shrinking of the vitreous that normally occurs with age.

Flashes of light can be caused by a wide variety of issues. Some may be related to your eye and some may be a symptom of another type of condition, such as migraine, epilepsy, diabetes, or TIAs.

To stay on top of your eye health, be sure to see your eye doctor for a checkup at least once a year. Regular eye exams can help your doctor determine if there have been any changes to your vision or the health of your eyes.

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Flashes of Light in Corner of Eye or Peripheral Vision

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