At my eye exam today, my doctor said the muscle behind my retina shrank (he said it happens a lot with nearsighted people) and pulled my cornea. He said not to worry but if I see flashes, to call him as an emergency. Should I have a second opinion? My friend suggested I go to UCSF
2006-07-29 19:16:33 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Health ➔ Other - Health
This can be a sign of retinal detachment. White males over 40 that are already near sited are most at risk. Floaters , squiggly looking things kinda like jellyfiish, increase or if are seen with flashing lights that is a sign to seek medical help asap.
2006-07-29 19:31:21 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You see floaters - which can be indicative of a retinal detachment (not corneal) but are also very common in anyone over the age of 20. A sudden onset of more floaters, flashes of light, or a curtain or veil across your vision are prime signs of a retinal detachment occuring.
I believe the doctor probably looked at the retina and thought it was secure for now and there wasn't much else to be done but to wait. I think you will be fine, just make sure that if you do have any of the other symptoms, to contact him immediately.
2006-07-30 13:38:24 · answer #2 · answered by eyegirl 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe you're more worried about retinal detachment as opposed to coreal. But either way...if you can even still read this...it's an emergency.
2006-07-30 02:23:29 · answer #3 · answered by Mr.V. 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need to see an opthamologist immeadiatly.
2006-07-30 02:19:14 · answer #4 · answered by seth22rr 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋