I see floating spots in my vision, what are they caused by?
August 20, 2009 | Category: ophthalmology tips
Inside the eye is a jelly like substance called the vitreous humour. This keeps the eyeball inflated. Sometimes when we look at an object with a bright background, such as the sky on a sunny day, we see little floating spots in our vision. These are particles inside the vitreous of the eye casting shadows on the retina.
With age, the vitreous can contract and pull away from the back of the eye. Sometimes this can cause a large spot or floater to appear in the vision. When the floating spot first occurs, a flash of light may also be noticed as the movement of the vitreous pulls on the retina. Sometimes this can also cause bleeding at the back of the eye.
If a sudden increase in floaters occurs, or flashes of light are experienced, an urgent appointment should be made with your OPSM optometrist or ophthalmologist so that the health of the eyes can be thoroughly examined, as this may also be a sign of a retinal tear or detachment, which can cause significant vision loss.For more information please call Centro Visual G&G or make an appointment.
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Steve
on October 10th, 2010Hello there.
When I woke up this morning I discovered a floating spot in my eye. like a piece of a string.
It is very annoying, would you please tell me what could casue this and is this repariable.
Your help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
Steve