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Floaters in the Eye

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What are those floaters in your eye?The vitreous is a clear gel that fills the space between the crystalline lens and the retina. As you age, the vitreous begins to thin and sometimes separate from the back of the eye. This is known as posterior vitreous detachment (PVD). As bits of the vitreous gel separate, they may cast shadows on the retina. These shadows are referred to as floaters. These floaters are very common and rarely cause any serious problems.

However, floaters may also be the result of a more serious condition. Floaters may result from retinal tears or detachment, or from an eye disease. Floaters may also present a more serious problem if they are associated with migraine headaches.

Floaters may present themselves in various symptoms. These include:

  • Black spots
  • Spider webs
  • Flashing lights or colors
  • Obstructed vision

Floaters are generally considered harmless. However, if floaters are accompanied by other symptoms they may be a sign of a more serious problem. If you are noticing floaters in your line of vision, contact us today for an evaluation of this visual impairment.

Email or call us today at 303-772-3300 to schedule an appointment.