What can i do about an eye floater?

Vitreous Floaters: A vitreous floater is due to fibers in the vitreous that coalesce and create al shadow that moves across your vision. If they have been present for awhile then just wait until they gradually move out of your vision. If they are new and/or associated with flashing lights (photopsia) then they could be associated with a retinal tear which could lead to a retinal detachment requiring an eye exam.

Floaters: Most common it is recommended to have an immediate exam when they first occur to rule out retinal detachment. Wait a year and if they are still symptomatic then consider a vitrectomy to remove the vitreous and floaters. Most cases the floaters and blurriness will clear. Pvd is typically the cause of a retinal detachment, but the chance is about 1 in 5000.

Vitreous debris: The back of the eye is filled with a gel/fluid termed the vitreous. This is generally clear, holds things in place and can absorb most of the shocks the eye receives. Occasionally a discontinuity in this material or a bit of benign membranous debris, travels into the visual axis where it is seen as a spot termed a floater. If this is sudden occurring with light flashes etc. it needs evaluation.

Liquefied vitreous: The gel (vitreous) that fills in side of you eye liquefies, usually in our 50/60's, but can occur earlier in eyes that are near sighted or after an injury. New floaters warrant an exam to rule out a retinal detachment or hemorrhage