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How often should my eyes be examined after i start seeing floaters? i'm 55 and have very high degree of short sightedness.
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Soon: Floaters are common, especially in people who are nearsighted. However, if you have a sudden onset of new floaters, and/or flashes of light, or decreased vision, you should be evaluated immediately to make sure you have no retinal problems.
Answered 6/14/2014
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