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The "stars" are a result of a mechanical stimulation of the normally light-stimulated rods and cones in the retina. Rather than the light uncoupling rhodopsin to opsin and retinal, the bump uncouples them mechanically. Pressure caused by a sneeze or cough can also mechanically stimulate the photoreceptors. The final result is that "light spots" are seen.

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