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What Causes Lights In The Peripheral Vision, Low BP In COPD Patient?
Question: My 86 year old Dad who suffers from COPD is seeing lights in his peripheral vision. Checked his blood pressure . . . 82/48 . . . does he need to go to the ER?
Brief Answer:
Yes, need to go to ER
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
I am Dr. Prakash HM and I will be answering your query.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows:
1. He is having low blood pressure. Will few more hydration.
2. Lights in peripheral vision at this age will require evaluation for retinal damage. It could be associated with pain. Go to ER
Need to correct blood pressure. He will require support until correction, as risk of fall is high. Opthalmologist opinion is also necessary.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Dr. Prakash HM
Yes, need to go to ER
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
Thanks for asking.
I am Dr. Prakash HM and I will be answering your query.
Based on your query, my opinion is as follows:
1. He is having low blood pressure. Will few more hydration.
2. Lights in peripheral vision at this age will require evaluation for retinal damage. It could be associated with pain. Go to ER
Need to correct blood pressure. He will require support until correction, as risk of fall is high. Opthalmologist opinion is also necessary.
Hope it helps.
Any further queries, happy to help again.
Dr. Prakash HM
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