At first I had sparkles in the left eye and then the smoky-shadowy sight and then complete darkness (blind) that lasted approx 20-30 minutes. Docs thought I had a stroke & did carotid ultra sounds which showed no blockage

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At first I had sparkles in the left eye and then the smoky-shadowy sight and then complete darkness (blind) that lasted approx 20-30 minutes. Docs thought I had a stroke and did carotid ultra sounds which showed no blockage, but now have no ideas or solutions. Could someone please give me a lead in the right direction. Thanks very much.

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Your Eye M.D. may be able to help sort out your problem. You should have a thorough history and complete dilated eye exam. Other testing such as a visual field test may be indicated. Your event may have been a type of migraine, or it could be something else.

Answered by:
Aaron Weingeist, MD

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Eye Conditions; General Eye Health

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