Blurred vision in one eye paired with a headache may appear harmless, but specialists caution it can signal dangerous underlying conditions. Dismissing such symptoms could allow serious issues to go undetected.
Dr. Vinit Banga of Fortis Hospital highlights several possible causes. One of the most common is migraine with aura, where patients may see flashing lights, zigzag patterns, or experience tunnel vision alongside throbbing head pain.
Another condition is optic neuritis, an inflammation of the optic nerve often linked to multiple sclerosis. This disorder causes eye pain, particularly when moving the eye, and can lead to sudden, partial, or complete vision loss if untreated.
Transient ischemic attacks, or TIAs, are also a concern. Often called “mini-strokes,” they involve temporary disruptions in blood flow to the brain. Even though the symptoms may disappear within minutes or hours, they require immediate medical attention to prevent a major stroke.