Eye Conditions
Spots and Floaters
Most people notice spots or floaters in front of their eyes. They are especially noticeable when looking at a plain white background and appear as greyish specks in our vision.
The vitreous fluid, the jelly inside the eye, contains small particles. These are either present from birth or are formed when the vitreous starts to deteriorate. These cast a shadow onto the retina at the back of the eye, which appear as spots and floaters.
If there is a sudden increase in spots or floaters, especially if these are accompanied by flashing lights, or a curtain effect shadowing your vision, this may indicate a more serious problem such as Retinal detachment which left untreated can cause blindness. Anyone experiencing these sudden symptoms is advised to visit their Optician immediately.
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