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Green Afterimages?

Hi,
I accidentally flashed a laser beam into my eyes about 2 years ago.
The color of the beam was purple. I remember playing with it and
flashing it for about 25-30 seconds on my eye. After that I could see
everything, but in GREEN. I tried to rinse my eyes with water. Nothing worked and
I was afraid. So after 20 mins of me shutting my eyes I could see everything normally.
I visited a doctor and she said there was no problem.

But now, whenever I see a purple color object, image or anything purple and intense
there are afterimages of it in green color. They last for about 3 seconds, sometimes even longer (8-10 sec) if I
keep starring at it. I didn't tell my doctor about it as I discovered it after the visit.
Have I damaged anything? I like to look at those pinkish-purple flowers in the garden, but the green afterimages
keep bothering me.

Is there any term that describes this condition? Is it a form of visual impairment?

Thanks!
Best Answer
711220 tn?1251891127
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
You probably have some retinal damage that can not be seen on exam.  You need to let your doctor know its location and he may be able to do some special test.  It will probably will not cause a problem long term.

Dr. O.
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Thanks you. Is there any specific term which describes this retinal damage?
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