Call emergency services immediately if you experience a sudden loss of vision, even partial, accompanied by retinal hemorrhage symptoms.
Sudden Vision Changes
- Sudden onset of blurry vision. Vision loss affecting one or both eyes. Appearance of floaters or flashes of light significantly increasing in number or intensity. Curtain-like vision loss (covering part of your visual field).
These changes may indicate a serious condition requiring prompt medical intervention. Don’t delay seeking help.
Accompanying Symptoms
Severe eye pain. Headache (especially severe or sudden). Nausea and vomiting. Numbness or weakness in your face or body.
The presence of these symptoms alongside vision changes necessitates immediate medical assessment. Timely treatment can significantly improve outcomes.
Other Reasons to Seek Immediate Care
- Known high blood pressure or diabetes experiencing new vision problems. Recent head injury followed by vision changes. Any significant trauma to the eye.
These factors increase the risk of severe complications, highlighting the need for rapid medical evaluation and treatment.
