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What Causes Body Pain And Flashes Of Light In Vision?

Im a 44 year old African American man who recently stopped working because of chest and back pain, and well, quite frankly I just didn't have the energy anymore. My body feels really wears most of the time, sharp pains everywhere and flashes of light in my periferral vision....
What's wrong with me?
posted on Fri, 14 Mar 2014
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When the vitreous gel inside your eye rubs or pulls on the retina, you may see what looks like flashing lights or lightening streaks. You may have experienced this sensation if you have ever been hit in the eye and see "stars."

These flashes of light can appear off and on for several weeks or months. As we grow older, it is more common to experience flashes. If you notice the sudden appearance of flashes, you should visit your ophthalmologist immediately because it could mean that the retina has been torn.

Along with that your having minor depression or viral myalgia. So consult your doctor as early as possible.
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What Causes Body Pain And Flashes Of Light In Vision?

Hello Thank you for trusting HCM When the vitreous gel inside your eye rubs or pulls on the retina, you may see what looks like flashing lights or lightening streaks. You may have experienced this sensation if you have ever been hit in the eye and see stars. These flashes of light can appear off and on for several weeks or months. As we grow older, it is more common to experience flashes. If you notice the sudden appearance of flashes, you should visit your ophthalmologist immediately because it could mean that the retina has been torn. Along with that your having minor depression or viral myalgia. So consult your doctor as early as possible.