Question 1

i've got more and more eye floaters in my eyes. i'm 24 and there's more it's horrible when i'm driving and go outside. where ever it's lit up i can see them. there long and cricle ones and now some are gray. i just had to get glasses, why so many ?

Accepted Answer

Ophthalmologist: Floaters are usually not a serious eye issue but are more of a nuisance. However if they occur in showers they can indicate retinal detachment. If you have many floaters have an examination by an ophthalmologist even if it's for peace of mind.

Question 2

what causes floaters in the eyes

Accepted Answer

They are shadows: A shadow is created when light hits anything floating inside your eye. You see this shadow as a floater.  Floaters are most often benign, but can possibly be serious. You should have a complete eye exam from an eye md.

Question 3

why am i constantly seeing floaters in eyes nowadays?

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Vitreous Detachment?: If you are constantly seeng floaters, you could have a vitreous detachment.  Suggest seeing an ophthalmologist to rule out any retinal tears, or other sources!

Question 4

what are eye floaters?

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Debris in back of ey: Floaters are debris, usually from eye renewal or condensations of the vitreous gel which fills the back of the eye.  If they are located in the axis of vision, they may be seen in certain circumstances as floating objects in space like flying insects.  If they appear suddenly or there are many or you have light flashes associated, then see your ophthalmologist immediately.

Question 5

what causes eye floaters?

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The Vitreous: The vitreous is composed of a clear liquid called hyaluronic acid and fibers called collagen. As we age the vitreous becomes less solid and the collagen fibers become more visible (synuresis). The spots you see are these collagen fiber clumps. They do not cause harm to the eye, they just get in the way. If they are very prominent and reduce visual function  they can be removed with a vitrectomy.

Question 6

why do eye floaters exist?

Accepted Answer

Floaters: The vitreous degenerates with normal aging.  Floaters/ debris occurs as it turns from a formed, to a fluid state.  You should ideally be examined by an ophthalmologist or a retinal specialist  when you have new floaters.

Question 7

why do we get eye floaters?

Accepted Answer

Age related change: The vitreous (connective tissue of the eye)  becomes more liquid in people who are nearsighted or during the process of aging - then eye floaters may develop.  It can also be a sign of retinal detachment, which need immediate medical attention, .

Question 8

how do i ignore eye floaters?

Accepted Answer

Time: It just takes time! if they are in the center of vision and you can't ignore them, consider a floater surgery to remove them.

Question 9

will my eye floaters go away?

Accepted Answer

Not likely: Eye floaters r little pieces of solidified fluid that the eye globe is filled with (vitreous fluid). When they form, they float around and you will only be aware of them when they float in front of that part of the retina (optic nerve) that is the focus of light that allows us to see.  They generally don't go away, and once u know what they are, may not be too bothersome. C eye doc annually.

Question 10

what is done for eye floaters?

Accepted Answer

Observation: Most floaters are benign and can be annoying but not dangerous.  A few, especially of recent onset can be a clue to underlying retinal problems like detachment and bleeding.  If your floaters are new, see your ophthalmologist for diagnosis.

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