Visual Snow

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Visual Snow is a condition characterized by the presence of tiny, persistent dots or static-like patterns in a person's field of vision. These visual disturbances can vary in intensity and may be accompanied by other symptoms such as floaters, light sensitivity, and difficulty focusing. The exact cause of Visual Snow is still unknown, but it is believed to be related to abnormal functioning of the visual processing system in the brain. This condition can significantly impact a person's quality of life, causing visual discomfort and potentially affecting daily activities. While there is currently no known cure for Visual Snow, various management strategies can help alleviate the symptoms. These may include lifestyle modifications, such as reducing stress and avoiding triggers, as well as certain medications that can help manage the condition. It is important for individuals experiencing Visual Snow to consult with a healthcare professional for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate management options.

by Diseasemaps

Visual snow is like looking through a staticy tv. Mine is more noticable on a white or black background.

5/28/19 by Labnjab 2500

It's when you live like a sixties tv.

9/3/19 by Yasmine Elsen 2500

A neurological disorder of the processing center of the brain. It’s hyperactive. Evidence shows that there is not enough inhibition neurotransmitters to allow for proper processing of visual and auditory stimulation.

9/4/19 by Denali 2550

Summary from rare diseases.org, 14/09/2021 “Visual snow is a neurological disorder characterized by a continuous visual disturbance that occupies the entire visual field and is described as tiny flickering dots that resemble the noise of a detuned analogue television. In addition to the static, or “snow”, affected individuals can experience additional visual symptoms such as visual images that persist or recur after the image has been removed (palinopsia); sensitivity to light (photophobia); visual effects originating from within the eye itself (entoptic phenomena) and impaired night vision (nyctalopia).”

9/14/21 by Kay 2670

Visual Snow Syndrome (VSS), also known as Visual Snow (VS), is a neurological condition that has devastating effects on an individual’s vision, hearing, and cognitive functioning. Once thought to be rare, it is now estimated that 2-3% of the world’s population has symptoms of the condition. People from around the world of all ages and walks of life are and can be affected by it. Most often, the condition causes people to process visual information abnormally, making normal life more difficult for them. Patients see flashing lights, flickering dots, and static, all of which obstruct their visual field 24/7. There is no relief for them, even when their eyes are closed. What differentiates Visual Snow symptoms from other fleeting phenomena is that they are constant, not temporary, meaning that they do not go away on their own. The condition also has an array of non-visual symptoms (see below for more details). The exact cause of Visual Snow is still unknown. However, research indicates there is a probable connection between hyperactivity in the visual cortex of the brain and the origin of this syndrome. Moreover, it is a neurological (brain-related) condition, not ophthalmological (related to the eyes). Visual Snow is a brain-processing issue that affects an individual’s eyesight, but it is unrelated to the structural integrity of the eyes.

3/14/22 by Khaled 3630

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