- Moore lightning streaks
- a subjective sensation of vertical flashes of light resembling lightning, sometimes seen on the peripheral side of the field of vision when the eyes are moved; a benign condition.
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Moore lightning streaks
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photopsia — A subjective sensation of lights, sparks, or colors due to electrical or mechanical stimulation of the ocular system. SEE ALSO: Moore lightning streaks, under streak. SYN: photopsy. [photo + G. opsis, vision] * * * pho·top·sia fō täp sē ə … Medical dictionary
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