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In fact, eye floaters are tiny bits of protein called collagen that float in the gel at the back of your eye, called the vitreous. As you get older, these fibers shrink and clump together, casting small shadows on your retina, or the floaters that you see.
The flashes of light that some people experience happen when the vitreous pulls on the retina.
If floaters or flashes appear suddenly or increase a lot, it’s important to see an eye doctor.
These phenomena are most common at people aged 50 to 75, nearsighted people, or those who has had cataract surgery. While they are harmless most of the time, it’s important to know when to check with a doctor.
In case the floaters and flashes are accompanied by vision loss it can be a sign of more serious conditions such as eye infections, inflammation (uveitis), retinal tears or detachment, vitreous haemorrhage, or migraines.
Some of the treatments include vitrectomy, an invasive surgery that can remove eye floaters from your line of vision through a small incision, and through laser therapy that helps reduce the floaters by breaking them down, according to Healthline. The latter procedure isn’t always recommended since it’s still experimental.
Don’t forget that the best way to keep your eyes and vision healthy are regular check-ups and being aware of potential symptoms that may be a sign of an underlying condition.
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