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Has Anyone Experienced Temporary Blindness?

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Meherrin, VA

Right visual field completely black temporarily followed by aura in right visual field.

September 17
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Yes, temporary blindness can occur in individuals experiencing retinal migraines. Retinal migraines are characterized by visual symptoms in only one eye, which can include:

- Sudden, painless, temporary vision loss in one eye
- Blind spots or spots with unclear vision (scotomas)
- Seeing twinkling lights

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Yes, temporary blindness can occur in individuals experiencing retinal migraines. Retinal migraines are characterized by visual symptoms in only one eye, which can include:

- Sudden, painless, temporary vision loss in one eye
- Blind spots or spots with unclear vision (scotomas)
- Seeing twinkling lights

These symptoms typically last between 5 to 60 minutes and are usually followed by a migraine headache.

September 17

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