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Hello dr I see floaters in day but when I sleep at night I see some thing like flashlight in my eyes what's that is if dangerous if it's how to get raid of it I will be thank full with a good answer pls
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Flashes are suggestive of vitreous traction on retina
I would recommend you to consult local retina specialist and get retina examined
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Floaters are usually nonpathological.please learn to omit them.however please get your fundus examination done so as to exclude any retinal problem.
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Dr. Asmita Saha
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
7 yrs exp
Mumbai
In case you see flashes consult a retina specialist urgently.It indicates that you may have weak points in retina which may require treatment.
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Do not delay in checkup please.
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