Here's how to tell if the solar eclipse ruined your vision

Did you watch the total solar eclipse of 2017? If so, you may have permanently damaged your eyesight if you didn't take the necessary precautions to protect your eyes from the sun's harmful UV rays.

But how can you tell?

Turns out, the harmful effects aren't going to fully set in until hours after the eclipse. Once they do, here are the telltale signs that you have permanent damage.

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