Most of the interior of your eye is filled with vitreous, a clear, jelly-like substance. Eye floaters are small bits of debris floating in the vitreous. They may appear as spots, hair or bits of string that dart into your field of vision. Although they can be bothersome, eye floaters in your eye are usually not a serious problem and don't require treatment. Most people learn to ignore them.
Rarely, the density and location of eye floaters affect central vision and even interfere with reading. In such cases, a doctor may recommend surgical removal of the floating debris (vitrectomy). However, this surgery also carries risks and may not remove all floaters.
Eye floaters are most common in older adults due to age-related changes to the vitreous. Eye floaters usually appear gradually over time and are harmless. However, see your ophthalmologist if you notice a sudden onset or increase in floaters, especially if associated with flashing lights or hazy vision. This could be a sign of a potentially serious eye disorder, such as a retinal tear or retinal detachment.
2007-01-31 01:11:15
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answered by RadTech - BAS RT(R)(ARRT) 7
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2016-07-26 00:48:29
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answered by ? 3
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I get dots and streaks of light (not transparent), but thats from a pre-migraine aura. You could get floating shapes in your sight from abnormalities of the eye. Go to an opthamologist.
2007-01-31 01:10:59
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answered by Anonymous
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there are probably floaters. They are in the jelly that is in the back of your eyes. This is not usually a concern unless they increase in number or if you see a black curtain veil blocking part of your vision. Then, this is an emergency and could be a sign of a retinal tear or detachment.
2007-01-31 01:12:59
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answered by idoc4u2 3
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2016-11-23 17:08:53
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answered by Anonymous
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Everbody sees it but if is very dark and colourful,then it might be that your retina is bleeding.But your case is nothing to worry about as it happens when you stare at a source of light for a long time.
2007-01-31 01:19:39
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answered by Anonymous
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yea.....mine is like some kind of cell or microbes.....it scares me...but..i dun think is smth serious though...
2007-01-31 01:10:18
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answered by rocher_glase 1
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