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Can Stress or Fatigue Cause Eye Flashes?
Understanding the Link Between Mental Strain and Visual Disturbances Have you ever noticed quick flashes of light in your vision, like sparkles or streaks, especially when you're extremely tired or stressed? While eye flashes—technically called photopsia—are often linked to changes inside the eye, such as problems with the retina or vitreous gel, many people wonder whether stress or fatigue could be the culprit behind these unsettling sensations. In this article, we’ll explor

Keshav Narain, M.D.
Aug 25, 20253 min read
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