Stroke and double vision
Learn about the potential effects of double vision following a stroke.
Summary
Sometimes, following a stroke, you might notice certain images appearing as doubled. This is known as double vision and there can be multiple different factors for its appearance following a stroke.
A stroke occurs when blood flow to the brain is blocked or there is a sudden bleed in the brain. This means that parts of the brain do not receive the oxygen and nutrition needed and are damaged. Because the brain is responsible for all of our body’s functions such as movement, sensation, speaking, understanding, thinking, and seeing, the impact of a stroke will vary depending on which area of the brain is affected.
Recovery from a stoke also varies. Some people will see improvements in the weeks and months after a stroke and continue to improve over time. For others there may be little or no improvement.
For more information
- Always talk to your eye care professional about any symptoms you have and treatment options.
- Visit Stroke Foundation.
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