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Cannot see what is on the screen. was bombarded with "floaters". how do i get rid of them?
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See eye doctor ASAP: A sudden shower of floaters may indicate a retinal detachment - see an eye doctor immediately.
Answered 1/26/2013
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Floaters cause: Floaters arise when the vitreous gel inside the eye liquefies naturally with age and sometimes earlier in life due to trauma, inflammation, or even high myopia. A burst of new floaters may be a warning sign for retinal detachment. Get a dilated retinal exam. Discuss treatment options with a retina specialist.
Answered 12/10/2013
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