Karen, I'm so sorry to hear this. Lots of prayers and positive thoughts are being sent your way. Please take care. (((HUGS)))

My father had a detached retina in both eyes about 10 years a part of each other. Yes, flashes of light is the main symptom. This is hereditary so every other year when I have my eyes examined, I also have my eyes dilated so the doctor can look at my retinas.