Download FREE Practo app
Get ₹200 HealthCash
Shadowy thread like floaters
I have been suffering from dry eye for the past month soon TV with computer vision syndrome. I was given 1% refresh tears with which the dry eye is almost managed. But now I have started seeing shadowy thread like, speck like or round floaters in my eyes. 4-5 in right eye and 1-2 in left eye. The doctor has had dilated eye exam along with fundoscopy done and found everything to be normal and asked me to ignore. I see these more prominently in sunlight or any bright background. Sometimes while working I fleetingly see one or two on the laptop screen. I'm scared, what is happening to me. I never saw these stringy things before. What is causing it and what can I do to stop it? Any diet or vitamins that can help? I have to work on laptops 6 days a week and I'm very scared my eyes are suffering and I'm losing sleep over it. PLEASE HELP.
Hello
Floater is nothing but a shadow in simple language.
Shadow is prominent in bright light... similarly, floaters are prominent in bright light
If your Retina is normal then there is nothing to worry
For more information you can read my health tip on floaters available on practo healthfeed
"Floaters: Nuisance or Medical Concern?" by Dr.Vaibhev Mittal - https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/floaters-nuisance-or-medical-concern-31286/post
Answered
Let others know if this answer was helpful
Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI
FREE
Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp
Didn't find the answer you are looking for?
Talk to experienced eye specialist online and get your health questions answered in just 5 minutes.
Floaters are usually nonpathological.please learn to omit them but sinceyour fundus examination is normal hence you need not to worry
As you are a regular computer user hence you are likely to develop computer vision syndrome for which put some lubricant eye drops eg teardrops 3to 4times daily and ocupol.dx eye oint to be rubbed twice daily on lids and take some antioxidants cap once daily
Next Steps
also follow some precautions eg
follow 20.20.formula ie close your eyes for 20.seconds after every20. minutes and keep proper distance between eyes and screen ie approx 20.inches.wash your eyes frequently with fresh water and don't sit facing the ac or blowers and consume lot of fresh fruits and vegetables.
Answered
1/1 people found this helpful
Not finding what you need? Ask Practo AI
FREE
Chat with Practo AI on Whatsapp
Articles you may like
Tell us what's troubling you
Disclaimer : The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding your medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have read on this website.