amaurosis fugax
Sudden Brief Vision Loss in One Eye
Plain-language definition
A sudden, temporary loss of vision in one eye that comes and goes - often described as a curtain coming down. A warning sign of a possible stroke or carotid artery disease.
Where this term comes up
“"Amaurosis fugax" means fleeting one-eye blindness and can signal carotid artery disease or stroke risk”
Symptom · Transient Vision Loss
“After transient vision loss (amaurosis fugax)”
Medication · Aspirin
“Evaluate transient vision loss (amaurosis fugax)”
Test · Carotid Ultrasound (Doppler)
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Pathology terms describe diseases, tissue changes, exam findings, or complications that can affect vision or eye comfort.
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