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Hi, i am 23 male, diagnosed with vitreous degeneration , suffering from floaters, retina is healthy with 6/6 vision. is it common for my age?
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Depends: It is rare in 20's but it's more common around 50's. However, younger patient could have vitreous Degenration if they are myopic, history of trauma to the eye or to the head, or history of eye surgery. It could be genetic too. The vitreous ages with time and liquefies and becomes mobile. The changes can cause floater or flashes. If it's a new episode then the person needs eye exam.
Answered 3/6/2016
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