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Just seeing 1 floater but it is a whopper. anythig i can do?
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Surgery possible: If the floater is long-standing and in center of vision, surgery is possible to remove it. There is no other 'cure'.
Answered 5/26/2012
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Floaters: Most common it is recommended to have an immediate exam when they first occur to rule out retinal tears or detachment. If there is only floaters, then wait a year and if they are still symptomatic then consider a vitrectomy to remove the vitreous and floaters.
Answered 12/10/2013
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