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Could asteroid bodies in the eye be a sign of other problems?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

No: Asteroid hyalosis is a benign condition in which yellow deposits are in the vitreous cavity. They are not associated with any medical problems.

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Answered 4/8/2015

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