strange vision sensation

I get these sometimes along with the floaters. I also can't always see them unless I am looking at something dark. I have never asked about them so I don't know what they are.

I know how you feel. I see floaters, spots, colors, blank spots and movement on certain patterns. I went to the eye doc and he said there is nothing physically wrong with the eye. It can be quite annoying sometimes especially with all the other issues FMS causes. I am already legally blind in my other eye (since birth) so these vision issues are scary. I am scheduled for a couple MRIs next week to help rule out MS. Anyway, I’m right there with you. Good luck.

@Wackers! Yes! I have what you describe *in addition to floaters* I have several eye issues occurring at once.

For one - I have floaters.. dots that move around my vision when I move my eyes and slowly fall.

But I ALSO have what appears to be a neurological issue - little shooting dots of light when I look into the sky or into something bright. These are not floaters. When I look into something dark, its like I see static or snow. I also see them when I look at a white paper. I see the little shooting pieces of light like a kaleidoscope and they move all at once and there are many of them, and its 24/7 now, though I notice it mostly when I look into something bright. Does yours appear like a kaleidoscope at all?

It really seems that you and I are suffering with a similar "version" of FM/CFS. We share many of the exact symptoms.

I did try to shoot you an email and I saw that you mentioned you didn't receive it. I'll try to figure out which email I sent it from and resend it. Sorry you didn't get it! I'm pretty sure I sent it and I definitely typed it up.

Yep, I get that too wackers, when looking at a pattern.

Floaters seem more of an issue with the actual eye. Floaters are "tiny clumps of cells or material inside the vitreous, the clear, gel-like fluid that fills the inside of your eye."

www.geteyesmart.org/eyesmart/diseases/floaters-flashes.cfm

But the zig-zag patterns and flying kaleidoscope constants flashes that I see in addition to my floaters seem more neurological in nature... it seems like it has something more to do with my brain or optic nerve, than the actual physical condition of my eye. Its hard to say but that's my guess.

The constant mini kaleidoscope flashes have been concerning to me, but I can't live my life in constant concern. So instead I'm just grateful I can see generally well. I'd be very hesitant personally to try a med to correct it being that the meds might worsen other FM-issues for me or my insomnia or cause bizarre mood swings associated with my chemical sensitivity. (This is my approach although I'm not suggesting you take a similar approach) Plus, most meds increase my sensation of eye pressure and so I'm even doubtful anything could help me. :/

For now, natural seems the best way to go.

I'm getting more excited about my appointment to see a FM/CFS specialist next October. I've been reading some of his research on FM and he seems ahead of the curve. I almost feel hesitant to see any other doctor. (Even an eye doctor). I wish insurance would cover it though. It will be 100% out of pocket for me. :/

Post Edited (CharmCityLady) : 12/22/2013 2:21:37 PM (GMT-7)

Hi Joy

No headache present - that is the one symptom I never get...Its there all the time i think but don't always notice it - Its very strange indeed

I get sparkly floaters every time I punch I certain nerve. It's kind of awesome. The only other visual thing I get is the strobe effect during a migraine and only when it's dark. I'm no help.

Purple neon lights....
For some strange reason my eyes will split the color into red and blue.
Those "Magic Eye" posters that were so popular a few years back drove me nuts. I could never see the pictures unless I crossed my eyes and didn't see it but a second.

Charm - have you had an MRI at all? I was just wondering if you feel its neurological it may show up something on that? All mine showed was a small pineal cyst...not sure thats causing this symptom though
I also get the eye pressure, I hate that!n Or pain in eyes when moving them from side to side...

No colour problems, which is good as I am a colour consultant!!! But patterns are horrendous for me, i can't look at mens ties with black and white stripes or mosaics or anyhing as they just strobe or jump around and make me feel so sick.

@wackers. I also have had pain when moving my eyes from side to side, especially upon the onset of my FM/CFS-like illness. I have felt a pressure and strain on them. It subsides at times and at other times gets stronger.

I had an MRI about 4 or 5 years ago to rule out M.S. or other possible issues and it came out normal.

But since then, my vision issues have progressed so who knows, perhaps something might show today?

Patterns get wiggly and weird when I look at them as well.

I have the eye pressure thing going on...but its particularly bad when there is a low pressure system ..my entire being including my eyes are affected by barometric changes...

During a flare i am more sensitive to patterns , esp if it is a floor that is patterned.

We have sensitivities from head to toe, it makes sense since they are thinking it is indeed something in our nerves...