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Floaters.
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Floaters.
by Katie__0__0, Aug 11, 1999 12:00AM
Posted by Katie on August 11, 1999 at 10:07:24
I am familiar with the term floaters. But I have a couple of questions.
Within the last week I have noticed one snall spot in my vision in my right eye. It will move with my eye. This is dark gray, I does not interfere with vision, but I always notice it when I am outside. I have started to notice it inside too but I think that I am sensitive to it now (I know it is there). I am a contact lense wearer but it is always there even w/out lenses. It is really annoying! Is this a floater? Should I do anything (ie see a opthamologist?)
Posted by HFHS MD-JL on August 11, 1999 at 21:21:45
It certainly sounds like a floater. You will likely learn to ignore this but I would recommend you see an ophthalmologist for evaluation. He/she can rule out any retina problem that may cause a floater. Most however are benign.
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HFHS MD-JL
