Phosphenes
- “why do i see colours when i rub my eyes”
- “what are phosphenes”
- “do astronauts see flashes”
- “seeing stars meaning”
01 · Side by side
Side by side
Comparison sheet
| Aspect | Phosphenes | Floaters |
|---|---|---|
| Physical object | None | Yes |
| Cause | Neural firing | A shadow |
| Moves with the eye | No | Drifts |
| Producible on purpose | Yes | No |
02 · Which one you meant
Which one did you mean?
In shortReaders who land here meaning Phosphenes rather than Floaters are usually searching for phrases like “why do i see colours when i rub my eyes”, “what are phosphenes”, “do astronauts see flashes”.
03 · Read either one