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Eye floaters in 18 years old, what is wrong?

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Nothing: In people who are moderately nearsighted (-6.00 or worse) floaters can happen earlier in life. Trauma to the eye like being punched or having surgery can also make the process happen earlier.

Dr Fishburn and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 8/14/2020

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