Sudden vision loss is not normal — and it's not something to "wait and see." If you've ever experienced a dark curtain, shadow, blur, or sudden vision change, this episode could be life-saving. In this episode of the Uncover Your Eyes podcast, Dr. Meenal Agarwal breaks down one of the most missed medical emergencies she sees in clinical practice: ocular stroke, a critical warning sign of serious vascular disease and future stroke risk. An ocular stroke is often the first red flag before a larger, more devastating neurological event. And yet, many people are told it's "just stress," "eye strain," or something that will pass. 🎯 In this episode, you'll uncover: ✅ What an ocular stroke actually is (and how it differs from other vision changes) ✅ The early warning signs most people ignore ✅ Why sudden vision loss is a medical emergency ✅ What to do immediately if symptoms occur ✅ How ocular strokes connect to brain health, cardiovascular risk, and future stroke ✅ Why routine eye exams can uncover life-threatening conditions early This episode is essential listening for healthcare providers, anyone experiencing unexplained vision changes, or anyone who wants to protect their long-term brain and vascular health. At Uncover Your Eyes, Dr. Meenal Agarwal explores the powerful eye–brain connection, revealing how vision, neuroscience, mental health, and preventive care intersect, and why learning to read your body's early signals can change (or save) your life. 🎧 Tune in and join Dr. Meenal Agarwal as we reimagine what it means to be well in today's complex healthcare system. Because healing starts with understanding — and Uncovering Your Eyes. Subscribe to Uncover Your Eyes on your favorite podcast platform and YouTube, and learn more about Dr. Meenal on Instagram @Dr.MeenalAgarwal

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