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I had vitrectomy 3 weeks ago for retinal detachment. i am seeing occasional flashes & floaters. Is this normal?

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Please Follow up with your retinal surgeon. ...  Read More

Had vitrectomy surgery one month ago, vision is nil after one month ...doc said some fluid is accumulated in retina section, and adviced vitrectomy again, is it possible?

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Information is not sufficient for an opinion. What was the primary diagnosis and reason for the surgery? What was the aim of surgery and expected outcome? Repeat vitrectomy has its indication though. ...  Read More

My father had vitrectomy surgery 2 months ago Now after removing silicon oil What care and precautions are taken??

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Hello No special precautions A. Avoid rubbing eyes for another 2 weeks B. Avoid exposure to dust and water for next 2 weeks C. Use medicines as prescribed ...  Read More

I have Vitrectomy issues. Please let me know whether i can go for surgery. My age is 40.

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This information is inadequate. Please share your records so that I can guide I better ...  Read More

I am 26 male I am a eye floater sufferer from 2 years and due to floaters I have 0.50 number in both eyes. If I do vitrectomy surgery to remove floaters then my weak eye sigh gone I hear that vitrectomy improve eye sight?

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Vitreous floaters is uncommon at the age of 26yrs you should consult retina specialist & if there is no retinal pathology , you should ignore it ,I will be last man to advise you for vitrectomy f ...  Read More

After how many days one should must consult the doctor to pull out the oil that is been put during the vitrectomy surgery for retina detachment treatment

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Oil can be removed anytime after 2 months to 6 months depending upon the condition of the eye, whether the desired result has been achieved or oil causing any complications to the eye ...  Read More

I have been facing eye floaters and flashes in my eyes. I m looking for a solution asap. I went to several doctors in Hyderabad almost everyone said ignore them. But it is affecting my day to day life. In USA people are treated for this problem with YAG Laser and Vitrectomy. I do not now why these doctors are not able to treat in 21 st century also

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there are two types of changes everywhere in body one is physiological and the other is pathological .the symptoms produced by both changes may be similar to some extent. there is treatment for path ...  Read More

I am suffering from eye floaters in both the eyes from past 5 years. I also had underwent unsuccessful laser treatment 4 years back. Eye floater in right eye (shaped like spider web) disturbs me a lot while reading , working on computer screen and bright light area. I am totally fed up with right eye floater as its totally annoying for me. Which

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Hello.. Yes we have laser treatment for eye floaters but first I need to examine you to say if its treatable or not...i suggest you to consult. A doctor in retina institute of Karnataka and take an op ...  Read More

Sir tell me one thing ..Is aqutherepy is goof for floater ?..........................................

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the floaters are usually physiological hence no therapy necessary ...  Read More

Sir tell me one thing how to reduce floater ? ............................................................

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don't concentrate over them just omit them take antioxidants and green vegetable and fresh fruits don't worry they are usually harmless ...  Read More

I have floaters (vietroretinal degeneration) since 2019, it increased last year doctor and retina specialist mentioned it lattice degeneration, after 2 3 months he mentioned barrage laser as isn't needed as of now we will monitor. I have two questions: 1. After barrage laser floaters will increase or decrease? 2. I have too many floaters i can n

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You can go for Barrage laser. Pl have regular follow up with your treating doctor. ...  Read More

I was taking steroid tablet for 1 month for my other health issue now it stopped before 1 month but i m seeing eye floaters so much in my left eye also i did eye examination before 1 month they said your eye is ok but now more floaters are there i m just 25 yrs old what to do now??

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I may be because due internal inflammations present in your body kindly go for Ortho or Spine surgeon review and retina surgeon opinion. ...  Read More

Hi All, For the past few days I have been noticing that eye floaters have increased whenever I see any plain white area, I am an IT person I need to keep seeing my laptop for prolonged hours.. Is there any cure Thank you for any suggestions

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Pl hydrate yourself.Have good sleep.Decrese the screen time. Pl consult. ...  Read More

I'm 8 months pregnant and I have started experiencing eye floaters . Is it possible that it is because of hormones and Can I use itone drops in general ? Can this be treated without meds

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Pl consult.Do not neglect. ...  Read More

I have amblyopia in right eye with 4.25 and left with .75 but from lefti see floater or object shadow moves up and down but it only happens in light and when close the light it gets minimum about 0 shadow

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Pl consult. Pl take vitamins. ...  Read More

I got eye floaters 2 weeks ago. I went to a doctor and he checked up my retina and told everything fine also done a OCT and it was also normal. But everyday I am noticing my floater is increasing in size and portraying a bit larger shadow and it is getting difficult for me and I again consulted the doctor and he told me there is nothing to do with

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Pl continue the medicines for 2 months and revert back. Pl reduce screen time.pl do eye exercises. Pl consult. ...  Read More

Eye floaters dissolve or brain adapted them? Do they not dissolve if it happens in young age? Please reply

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You need certain tests. Pl consult. ...  Read More

Can Homeopathy medicine help in absorbing eye floater when there is no issue with retina or pvd. Pls tell me

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Please consult ophthalmologist once in a year U can give a try to homeopathy ...  Read More

I have eye floaters they are very disgusting from 15 days my dilated exam is normal i have dry eye symptoms also i use lubricating drop but not getting resolved can i use low dose atropine for floaters

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No please. ...  Read More

I am having eye floaters and dont go away doctor checked my retina that is ok what to do its very frustating

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Usually floater are normal. They do not need any treatment. It's very common. If in case it is increasing a lot then you need examination and surgery. Otherwise please trust the doctor who has examine ...  Read More

I am diabetic and experiencing eye floaters which are dark in colour, long curvy lines moving in front Please help

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Pl visit retinal surgeon. ...  Read More

Eye floaters at age of 24 Is it normal For some time it was gone But again seeing the floater which is a black dot

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Please consult ...  Read More

I am Diabetic experiencing eye floaters since 30_40 days. I am worried if it's anything serious.. No blurry vission

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Please consult retina specialist for detailed eye and retina evaluation in view of diabetes and floaters ...  Read More

So I have floaters for the past 2 to 3 years. It happened suddenly, one fine day I saw something moving around my eyes out of nowhere and I realised it was floaters. After that I consulted eye doctor, though he didn't say much about it. I want to know why and how these happen, what is the cure and what has to be done? Is it very harmful? Will it af

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Eye floaters can be there due to many reasons like vitreous degeneration, trauma, PVD. It is better to go for detailed evaluation before anything turns out to be serious. ...  Read More

I am suddenly experiencing a lot of eye floaters in one eye. Actually,i had taken a medication for something two weeks ago which had caused me some gastric and acidity problem. During that time,one of my eye had suddenly started to pain and vision became bit blur. But then i took a gastric medicine and along side it,i went to an eye doctor who exam

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Please get dilated retinal examination ...  Read More

Hello doctor...I feel eye floaters when I see towards anything..I feel.grey or black type something floating around my eyes...I visit eye doctor she tested my eyes perfectly fine...vision 6|6...only power just -0.25...what should I do...Is anything serious... please reply. I have a thyroid issue medicine 50mg thyroxin tablet using

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Visit nearby vitreoretinal surgeon ...  Read More

Hi, my doubt was are floaters caused by corneal abrassion or anyone hitting finger in eyes. And if this is the case, how long the floaters will last. And another doubt :- is lattice degeneration caused by eye injury or is hereditary. Please let me know

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Please consult online to address your concerns ...  Read More

Hello, I am 15 years old. I recently has floaters. My small sister has by mistake hit my eyes with fingers. After this incident, around after 3 weeks I began to face eye floaters. Is it due to eye injury or occured naturally. Please tell. And now I am experiencing a lot of floaters with light sensitivity. Are my floaters due to injury or any other

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Pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment.it may not be due to injury. ...  Read More

I have a problem of ibs constipation.sometimes I see light floaters like jugoo.specially when I go for potty.can putting pressure during potty cause stress in retina also.i visited doctor and he checked eyes and found everything good.

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Could be due to increased eye pressure ...  Read More

I am 26 yr old and I have exactly 4 floaters in both of my right and left eye, is it something I need to worry abou.btw iam highly myopic in both eye with same power(-14D) in both eye. I take daily carrot and beetroot juice. And sleep early but still floaters are there how do I get rid of them. I didn't notice them for long but after a casual talk

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You should consult a vitreo retinal surgeon for retina examination. If all is ok you don't need to worry. You should get your retina examined every 6 months to one year or as your Dr advises. Since yo ...  Read More

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