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shimmering vision

Whenever I see someone wearing plaid, the plaid shimmers, reminds me of heat waves-I have no pain, but should I be concerned or just not look?
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Google "scotopic sensitivity syndrome".
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517208 tn?1211640866
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Dear rae801,

I would recommend that you see an eyeMD who can further assess your symptoms.

Dr. Feldman

Sandy T. Feldman, M.D., M.S.
ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center
San Diego, California
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284078 tn?1282616698
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I'm not really sure what to say.  If that is the only time you notice any symptoms from your eyes, then it is probably just some optical illusion or phenomenon that bothers you.  See an ophthalmologist anyway to make sure you don't have any eye problems and to see if you need glasses.

MJK MD
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