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I have floaters in my eyes and i got my eyes checked out. now a week later i am seeing 'stars' in both eyes when i look at the sky. what is this?

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Could be another : Version of floaters. Difficult to say, unless they're sparklers. Then it could be something else.

Dr Minich agreed

Answered 7/26/2014

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A member asked:

I have floaters in my eyes and i got my eyes checked out. now a week later i am seeing 'stars' in both eyes when i look at the sky. what is this?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Dr Minich agreed

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