Photosensitive Epilepsy Opthalmic Solutions
Learn about photosensitive epilepsy, how it affects your eyesight, and solutions Chadwick offers to solve vision issues stemming from photosensitive epilepsy.
What Is Photosensitive Epilepsy?
Photosensitive epilepsy (PSE) is a type of reflex epilepsy where seizures happen in response to certain visual triggers. Flashing or flickering lights, bold patterns like polka dots, or moving patterns like spinning fan blades can all set it off. This reaction is called a photoparoxysmal response (PPR).
How Epilepsy Affects Eyesight
Epilepsy affects the brain’s ability to send and receive messages, which can lead to vision changes before and during seizures. Depending on which part of the brain is involved, symptoms may include eye jerking, flickering, auras, photosensitivity, or even perceptual distortions like the Alice in Wonderland syndrome. While treatments range from medication to surgery, specially tinted lenses—like our functional filters—can help manage or even prevent seizures triggered by light.
Can Epilepsy Glasses Help With Seizures?
Seizures are a tough reality for those with photosensitive epilepsy, but advances in science and healthcare are bringing better solutions. Research continues to explore how epilepsy affects vision, leading to new ways to minimize its impact. One proven option is Z Blue tinted lenses, which help reduce the risk of seizures triggered by certain types of light.