The sudden appearance of floaters and flashes of light in the visual field are classic symptoms associated with retinal detachment. Floaters, which are bits of debris in the eye that appear as floating spots, and sudden flashes of light are caused by the retina pulling away from its normal position. Immediate assessment and referral for potential surgical intervention are critical to prevent permanent vision loss.
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