A 51-year-old male asked:
been having increased floaters in one eye along with increased headaches. floaters have become very distracting . should i be concerned? onprednisone
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Dr. Arthur Lavin answered
41 years experience Pediatrics
Yes.: These are symptoms that do indeed require prompt medical attention.
Answered on Mar 26, 2013
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Dr. Randall Wong answered
32 years experience Ophthalmology
Not Sure: Floaters and headaches could be related. What type of prednisone, e.g. Oral? And for what reason?
Floaters and headache may be caused by severe inflammation inside the eye.
Can't diagnose digitally. Get an exam.
Answered on Mar 14, 2019
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