eye floaters

[Nikilet]

I just started noticing what I would call a tiny black dot which seems to float around. By holding my hand over each eye, I know that it is in my left eye. I have seen from one and up to three. I have never noticed this until a week ago. Sometimes I do not see them at all. By Googling I would call them floaters. Is this serious? I just had a full eye exam with an opthomologist about 2 months ago.

[Londres70]

You were diagnosed with MDD(Macular Degenerative Disease)?  Well, I would be returning to your specialist ASAP with any problems and concerns.  MDD is a progressive and serious condition.  It has to be monitored closely.  

Seeing a Retinal Specialist?

[Nikilet]

I received an email asking me to choose a best answer and thank those who answered me for their efforts.

I certainly do thank all who took time to answer me, but I don't know how to choose a best answer so someone will have to assist me with this.

[Nikilet]

You said that black dots are a reason for concern. I thought that's what floaters were. I have black dots; mine don't stay in the same spot. Haven't called the doctor yet but am planning to.

[Nikilet]

I am 63. Had BP checked a couple months ago when I went to ophthalmologist. I had gone to the eye doctor, received the news that there was some macular degeneration starting and went to a specialist to confirm. I went on a good vitamin for this; doing what I can. I guess this is why the floaters concerned me so, and that they can be a sign of retinal tear or detachment. Anyway, I just wanted to see what online sources had to say. I will call my eye doctor to see if she thinks I need to go back in.

[pancres]

Dont know how old you are but have you had your B/P checked recently.?

[gymdandee]

No it's not! everyone gets them.