inÂ·diÂ·caÂ·tion. The basis or rationale for using a particular treatment or diagnostic test; may be furnished by a knowledge of the cause (causal indication), by the symptoms present (symptomatic indication), or by the nature of the disease (specific indication). [L. fr. in-dico, pp.
This happens after a bright flash or by looking at a bright light by mistake. This has never happened until about a year ago. Update: The light is not like the blurred light you see after looking at a bright light. It is a semi-circular jagged line to the right which caused a loss of vision where it exists. It gradually expands and drifts to the right periphery disappearing after about 15 minutes. Update 2: Thanks - I don't know who is giving the thumbs down as all the answers are helpful!
This traction may cause a tear in the retina. Other types of breaks seem to be related to changes due to aging which occur in both the retina and vitreous body. Direct blow to the eye may cause the retina to tear away from its attachment. Symptoms. Most of the holes are in retinal periphery causing no symptoms. However its formation may be associated with sudden flashes of light, floaters and smokes and cobwebs. Presence of these symptoms calls for immediate eye check up. It is done by examination by Indirect ophthalmoscope and slit lamp.