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floaters after 2 months post lasik

i had lasik and floaters occured after 2 months.my floaters are like transparent threads with visible dots in it.My lasik advised me to ignore it.why floaters occur after 2 months with no problem during first 2 months.when my move my eyes i experience a smoke like sensation.Any idea????????????
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There are some studies that suggest that the suction ring can cause a change a the vitreous base causing a posterior vitreous detachment.  Also, most LASIK patients are myopes and have a higher incidence of posterior vitreous detachment.

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Doc ,thnks for reply.you have mentioned that floaters after lasik may be pvd.i can tolerate the current floaters.is any chance of further worsening of condition by forming know floaters like synersis.is floaters due to lasik will any chance goaway
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