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2021-10-08 13:56:30
Hello Doctor From 1 week, I'm totally disturbed with eye Floaters & some kind of blurry substance in my eye , I'm unable to see clearly with those tiny shadow or string like stuff are they normal or do i need to worry about it Do i need to go for eye check up?( I have -lonh distance eye sight- i wont regularly wear glasses ) Thank you
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Hi You need a detailed retina(fundus examination )of your eye. Kindly visit nearby ophthalmologist.
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1.watch for your vision changes. 2.do not rub or squeeze your eyes.

Answered2021-10-08 14:14:16

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Hi Yes..get a check up done to rule out anything serious, else floaters are very common.

Answered2021-10-09 01:13:39

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