Blurred vision
Lack of sharpness of vision resulting in the inability to see fine detail.
Also called: Blurred vision.
Conditions associated with blurred vision
The following conditions have been associated with blurred vision in medical literature. This is informational and not a diagnosis.
Angiostrongyliasis
Angiostrongyliasis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Arachnoid cyst
Arachnoid cyst is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Cataracts
Clouding of the eye's lens that causes blurry vision, glare, and difficulty seeing at night....
Coccidioidomycosis
Coccidioidomycosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Dopamine beta-hydroxylase deficiency
Dopamine beta-hydroxylase deficiency is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...
Dry Eye Syndrome
Insufficient tears to lubricate the eye, causing dryness, burning, and irritation....
Gitelman syndrome
Gitelman syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Gitelman syndrome
Gitelman syndrome (GS), also referred to as familial hypokalemia-hypomagnesemia, is characterized by hypokalem...
Glaucoma
A group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, often due to elevated eye pressure, and can lead to vis...
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome
Hemorrhagic fever-renal syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs...
Hypotension
Abnormally low blood pressure that can cause dizziness, lightheadedness, and fainting....
Idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome
Idiopathic hypereosinophilic syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and ...
Idiopathic intracranial hypertension
Idiopathic intracranial hypertension is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and s...
Kleine-Levin syndrome
Kleine-Levin syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Macular Degeneration
A progressive eye disease affecting the macula, causing loss of central vision, most common in older adults....
Mal de débarquement
Mal de débarquement is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Methanol poisoning
Methanol poisoning is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Miller Fisher syndrome
Miller Fisher syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Pituitary apoplexy
Pituitary apoplexy is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Postorgasmic illness syndrome
Postorgasmic illness syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Primary angiitis of the central nervous system
Primary angiitis of the central nervous system is a medical condition that may be associated with various symp...
Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome
Reversible cerebral vasoconstriction syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various sympt...
Scorpion envenomation
Scorpion envenomation is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Sheehan syndrome
Sheehan syndrome is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Spinocerebellar ataxia type 36
Spinocerebellar ataxia type 36 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Type 1 Diabetes
An autoimmune condition in which the pancreas stops producing insulin, usually beginning in childhood or young...
Type 2 Diabetes
A chronic condition in which the body becomes resistant to insulin or does not produce enough insulin to maint...
Uveitis
Inflammation of the middle layer of the eye (uvea), causing eye pain, redness, and light sensitivity....
Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease
Vogt-Koyanagi-Harada disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Zygomycosis
Zygomycosis is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
brain small vessel disease 1 with or without ocular anomalies
Any porencephaly in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the COL4A1 gene....
migraine, familial hemiplegic, 2
Any familial or sporadic hemiplegic migraine in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the ATP1A2 gen...
multiple mitochondrial dysfunctions syndrome 9b
A mitochondrial dysfunction syndrome in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the FDXR gene. It is c...
primary erythermalgia
Primary erythermalgia is characterized by intermittent attacks of red, warm, painful burning extremities. It s...
sarcoidosis, susceptibility to, 1
Any sarcoidosis in which the cause of the disease is a mutation in the HLA-DRB1 gene....
Tests providers may use to investigate blurred vision
When investigating blurred vision, a healthcare provider may order one or more of the following laboratory tests. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
ANA (Antinuclear Antibodies)
Screens for autoimmune diseases such as lupus....
Basic Heart Health Panel - Lab Tests At Healthlabs
This standard 5-test panel screens general health & cardiovascular health. It is especially helpful for indivi...
Basic Metabolic Panel (BMP)
Measures glucose, electrolytes, and kidney function markers....
CBC with Differential
Measures red blood cells, white blood cells, and platelets to help evaluate overall health and detect disorder...
Comprehensive Heart Health Panel
This comprehensive 7-test panel screens general & cardiovascular health. It is especially helpful for individu...
Comprehensive Metabolic Panel (CMP)
Measures 14 substances in the blood to assess kidney and liver function, electrolyte balance, and blood sugar ...
Fasting Glucose
Measures blood sugar after fasting to screen for diabetes and prediabetes....
Fasting Insulin
Measures insulin levels to help assess insulin resistance....
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General Health & Wellness Tests
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Symptoms commonly seen alongside blurred vision
Dizziness
A feeling of lightheadedness, unsteadiness, or faintness, which can be caused by many conditions....
Excessive Thirst
An abnormal or excessive feeling of thirst that persists even after drinking fluids, which can be a sign of hi...
Frequent Infections
Experiencing infections more often than usual, which can be a sign of immune, metabolic, or other conditions....
Frequent Urination
The need to urinate more often than usual, which can be a sign of diabetes, urinary tract infection, enlarged ...
Light Sensitivity
Discomfort or pain when looking at light, which can accompany migraine, eye inflammation, or meningitis....
Waking to Urinate at Night
The need to wake up during the night to urinate, which can disrupt sleep and may be linked to bladder, prostat...
When to seek care
Seek care from a qualified healthcare provider if blurred vision is severe, persistent, worsening, or accompanied by concerning symptoms. If you think you have a medical emergency, call your local emergency number immediately.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does the symptom blurred vision mean?
Blurred vision is a health sign or symptom described in medical literature. Lack of sharpness of vision resulting in the inability to see fine detail.
Which conditions are associated with blurred vision?
Blurred vision has been reported in association with 35 conditions in the medical literature we index, including Angiostrongyliasis, Arachnoid cyst, Cataracts, Coccidioidomycosis, Dopamine beta-hydroxylase deficiency. These associations do not mean you have any of these conditions.
Should I see a doctor about blurred vision?
You should discuss any persistent or concerning symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider. This website does not provide diagnosis. If you have severe symptoms or signs of a medical emergency, seek care immediately.