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I am considering laser to treat my floaters. extreme including large weiss ring. what is your opinion on this procedure? thank you!

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Dr. Edward Workman answered

Specializes in Pain Management

It's safest option: Floaters that become intolerable can be treated with basically two options. The safest is the laser treatment procedure you describe. Safest by far,IMO. The option is an open vitrectomy.

Answered 6/11/2017

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