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Can Posterior Vitreous Detachment Cause Dizziness?

Sarah Jenkins • • 7 min read
Can Posterior Vitreous Detachment Cause Dizziness?
Posterior Vitreous Detachment does not cause vertigo, but retinal damage associated with more severe symptoms of Posterior Vitreous Detachment can cause similar symptoms. If you are experiencing dizziness concurrently with PVD symptoms, it is imperative that you reach out to your eye care professional.

Can PVD cause dizziness?

In addition to symptoms such as dizziness, blurred vision and difficulty walking due to poor blood flow, serious complications can result from PVD, such as: Uncontrolled high blood pressure due to blocked arteries to the kidneys.

What are the primary symptoms of a posterior vitreous detachment?

What are the symptoms of PVD?

  • Floaters for the first time or more floaters than you had before. The new floaters are usually noticed suddenly. ...
  • Flashes of light in your vision, usually like brief streaks of light in your side (peripheral) vision.
  • Blurred vision.
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