Does anybody know anything about scintillating scotoma?

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Does anybody know anything about scintillating scotoma?

I just had one. I get them about every couple of months.
I've heard it called visual migraine as well.
What causes it and is it a warning of anything seriouos?
I'm terrified of losing my eyesight. I couldn't live without vision.

2006-09-23 05:19:44 · 2 answers · asked by The Gadfly 5 in Health ➔ Other - Health

Crazy Guy: It's a crescent of multi-faceted, shimmering light in the visual field. The light can be black and white or rainbow-colored. They last for between a few minutes and an hour.

2006-09-23 05:53:12 · update #1

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As usual go see your doctor or optician. I suffer from migraine attacks and get an 'aura' so I know what I've got.

You don't so see a professional.

2006-09-23 05:22:34 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋

nop!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

2006-09-23 05:30:32 · answer #2 · answered by Mysterious-Man 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋