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In last month and a half or so today is 3rd time that i had dark eye floaters that suddenly appear and go away after about 15-20 minutes or so. could this be a sign of something serious?

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Dr. Birendra Tandan answered

Hard to say. Best is to get checked by an ophthalmologist. Good luck

Answered 3/16/2023

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