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Partial or complete vision loss

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By Jan Nissl, RN, BS

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Partial or complete vision loss in one eye may be a sign of a very serious problem. Symptoms may include:

  • Sudden flashes of light.
  • New floaters.
  • A dark curtain or veil across part of your visual field.

Immediate evaluation is needed to prevent permanent loss of vision.

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Author Jan Nissl, RN, BS
Editor Susan Van Houten, RN, BSN, MBA
Associate Editor Tracy Landauer
Primary Medical Reviewer William M. Green, MD - Emergency Medicine
Specialist Medical Reviewer Christopher J. Rudnisky, MD, FRCSC - Ophthalmology
Last Updated December 6, 2007
Last Updated: 12/06/2007