Eye floater

[Patrick]

Anyone ever have one ?

I got one this morning while mowing. I first thought it was a cobweb but soon figured out it wasn't.
The son of gun moves around as the eye is moved, can't feel it.

I guess I'll find out if they go away overnight.

[Jess from VA]

Sure.  No big deal.  For me it usually associated with low blood sugar (no eating) or fatigue.

Sometimes I watch it to see where it goes.   Other times, I ignore it and it goes away.

[Farside]

  Yep, I've got some floaters and no they usually will not go away. Sometimes they show up more times than others but my Ophthalmologist said they will stay with you for life pretty much. 

[Avanti]

If it looks like a spider it could be a vitreous detachment.  In which case you would want to have it looked at.

[carolinarider09]

Yes, I was told they come with age and also maybe head contact.  I have them, but they are not always visible. 

Of course most visible against a "blue sky" background or similar. 

They will "float" and change location over time so, they are not always in the same place.  I only have one I can see at this time in my left eye. 

Its sort of crescent shaped. 

[Valkorado]

I've got a couple.  If you've never had issues before, and it showed up while mowing you may have a small foreign object floating around on your cornea.

[Patrick]

Hmmm ,OK. 3 to 1.

Not quite what I was looking for. 

It moves with the eye. I'll wait and see what happens, maybe I'll try and have it looked at. Especially since I'm already down to one eye.

Thanks.

[Valker]

I’ve had them for at least 40 years that I can remember.

[Jess from VA]

Are you saying it is staying put?

Mine are all just temporary, minutes or less.

Wash in shower, flush with murine or something.

Have someone look for object?

[..]

For years.

Sometimes I think it's a cat in my peripheral vision, an acid flashback   

[Oss]

After a retinopathy (leak) they may stick around a year or more
If you have flashing lights stop and rest right away if it persists an hour or more consider calling the eye dr to be sure u are not having a detatched retina  Had one once
Had to wear a patch over that eye for months  Wife said I looked like a pirate

A Jolly Roger  lol

Recently had the cataract with implant and a few weeks ago she zapped some hazy film beneath the cornea with a YAG laser  about 7 zaps   Have just intermittant floaters
What bothers you is when they are just in your field of vision you may think something is there that is not there  so be mindful on the bike

[98valk]

https://www.drsamberne.com/eye-floaters/

Floaters have many potential causes, including diabetes, an inflammatory response from the body, eye trauma, myopia, prescription drugs, and even stress.
3 steps to getting rid of eye floaters

To get rid of floaters, you need to improve the body’s ability to remove toxins from the eye. And of course, there are many ways our diet and lifestyle can influence these processes.

1) I would focus on improving the health of the microbiome (both in the gut and in the eyes).

This will reduce the inflammatory response in the body and empower the body’s systems to dissolve floaters and rebalance health. Eliminate foods that are nutrient-poor, processed, or cause rapid fluctuations in the blood glucose level (high GI index foods). Replace these foods with a diet that is rich in the nutrients that are known to play a critical role in eye health. It is also helpful to improve nutrient absorption by boosting consumption of cultured foods and, if you choose, by supplementing with a high-potency probiotic supplement.

2) Boost eye-essential antioxidants, carotenoids, and nutrients.

 

 This will help dissolve the consolidated material and remove toxicities. In particular, glutathione is an excellent antioxidant facilitating the detoxification of the body. There are also eye-focused multivitamin supplements that essential vitamins and therapeutic amounts of antioxidants and carotenoids. Other excellent antioxidants include astaxanthin and Vitamin C. And of course, omega-3s are very important for our eyes.

3) Last but not least, improve the hydration and circulation in the eyes. In particular, I would suggest eye exercises and natural eye drops. There are two resources that explore these topics further:

90-day Eye Exercise Protocol For Floaters (with demo videos)

Eye Drops: Which Type is Best?

 
How long does it take for a floater to disappear?

How long it takes for a floater to dissolve will vary by person. This can be impacted by how the severity of the floater and how equipped the body is to dissolve the floater. For example, I have had patients who rid themselves of the floater within weeks, and others have had a floater persist for many months. While floaters are often not perceived to be high risk, I highly encourage addressing floaters as soon as possible. This may be a sign that the eye is at higher risk of developing other eye conditions.

[Tundra]

Eye get them too, they come and go. When I'm bored eye watch them and see where they go.

[Patrick]

Eye get them too, they come and go. When I'm bored eye watch them and see where they go.

  Eye get them too 

[f6gal]

Since it started while you were mowing, there's a strong chance it's a foreign body (dirt or grass).  Try flushing your eye.  If that doesn't resolve it, since it's a first for you, a dilated eye exam is a good idea.

Indications to see a doctor:
Sudden onset of new floaters
Many more eye floaters than usual
Flashes of light in the same eye as the floaters
Peripheral vision loss or darkness

[Avanti]

Flashes in the eye like a half moon is an indication of a vitreous detachment and needs to be looked at.

[Patrick]

OK, thanks.



No flashes. no feeling of anything and I'm pretty sensitive to that. Its just a thing that in the lower left [ left eye] that moves with the eye. I'm always getting stuff in the eyes and am pretty good at getting them out. I'm heading to the shower, we'll see what happens, Thanks again. Just never had one of these before, like I said I thought I went thru a cobweb,

[Patrick]

This AM the original one from yesterday is a little bigger and blacker, maybe just blacker. But now there is a second.

I think I'll blame them on the second Moderna jab, which I got yesterday. Knew I shouldn't have done that.

[Cyclejohn]

Anyone ever have one ?

I don't have one, I have several, in both eyes. They have been there for as long as I have had a memory. They have never changed shape or size in the last six decades, they have just always been there. Sometimes when I was a kid I would make a game out of moving my eyes quickly in a direction so I could watch the 'floaters' float and come to a stop (we didn't have TV, video games, etc.). Had to make our own entertainment. When it is daytime I can close my eyes and still see the floaters.

Every time I have had an eye exam, the doctor has never failed to mention to me, the 'floaters'.

John

[Patrick]

A third popped up this AM at the diner.  PITA. I'm blaming them on that damn vax. Good as any excuse I guess.

[0leman]

I have had floaters for 50 years or so.   They don't stay in one place, just move around.   Blame getting hit in the head to many times.  Can watch them move when eyes are closed in medium or bright lights.

Also have had what has been described as lightning in the eyes.  Usually in one eye.  Last for short time.  Maybe related to stress.

And just had eyes  examined.  Other than some cataract trying to form they are in good condition.

[f6gal]

This AM the original one from yesterday is a little bigger and blacker, maybe just blacker. But now there is a second.

Go get it checked out immediately... seriously, just do it.

[Jess from VA]

A third popped up this AM at the diner.

So it's both persistent and worse.

I seem to recall certain rapid onset of diabetes can result in blindness (diabetic retinopathy).

So regardless of cause, I'd go to the doctor like Connie advised.

I have not had a family doctor since adolescence, and always pick the specialist for what I need. (rather than go to a family practice only to be referred to the same specialist type, and a second consult fee)

I think an ophthalmologist.  (probably not the proctologist or psychiatrist)


https://www.nei.nih.gov/learn-about-eye-health/eye-conditions-and-diseases/diabetic-retinopathy

 Early Symptoms: None
 Later Symptoms: Blurry vision, floating spots in your vision, blindness

[Patrick]

One of mine today disappeared too.

[f6gal]

Sudden onset of floater(s) in one eye, with or without flashing lights, is a common symptom of posterior vitreous detachment and/or retinal detachment.  Retinal detachment is a medical emergency (you could lose your vision).  These are typically painless, so don't let lack of pain deter you.  
 
Go get checked out.  Now.

Ophthalmologist if you can find one open.  If not, ER (not urgent care).

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[Patrick]

About 3 more popped up today. Can't count them all. I'll stop at the eye doc tomorrow AM.

Like Emily [ Gilda] used to say. 'Its always something'

[Willow]

About 3 more popped up today. Can't count them all. I'll stop at the eye doc tomorrow AM.

Like Emily [ Gilda] used to say. 'Its always something'

Get to medical attention.  NOW!  Much of what is posted in this thread regarding floaters is BS but more floaters showing up is a serious warning.

Go.  Now!

[Robert]

About 3 more popped up today. Can't count them all. I'll stop at the eye doc tomorrow AM.

Like Emily [ Gilda] used to say. 'Its always something'

Get to medical attention.  NOW!  Much of what is posted in this thread regarding floaters is BS but more floaters showing up is a serious warning.

Go.  Now!

 

You may not want to go but do it, your vision is not something to play with.

One thing not mentioned is a broken blood vessel in the eye that can have the same effect.

But GO GET IT CHECKED OUT. 

[Patrick]

Thanks again.

I don't think its a blood vessel issue, I wasn't doing anything. Nothing around here could do anything now, so, I'll stop when the eye shop opens tomorrow. I'm not as concerned as I probably should be especially since I only have eye anyway.

I was just informed that I'm now a 3 time stage 4 survivor, and, that or any of the times I was told what I had and what I was in for regarding treatments I wasn't concerned either. With all that has happened over the years, 29 broken bones, sticking a screwdriver thru an eye, cancer treatments, a few other surgeries, it hasn't paid to be concerned about anything.

My better judgement told me not to get the damn shots, I'm not a good listener when it comes to myself. I'm still going to blame this on that.

[f6gal]

My better judgement told me not to get the damn shots, I'm not a good listener when it comes to myself. I'm still going to blame this on that.

I think you're kidding... but didn't you say you got the first floater BEFORE the shot?  It must have pre-emptive reaction.

P.S.  ERs are open 24 hours.

[Patrick]

My better judgement told me not to get the damn shots, I'm not a good listener when it comes to myself. I'm still going to blame this on that.

I think you're kidding... but didn't you say you got the first floater BEFORE the shot?  It must have pre-emptive reaction.

P.S.  ERs are open 24 hours.

First came several hours after the 2nd shot. I wasn't kidding.

[Patrick]

My better judgement told me not to get the damn shots, I'm not a good listener when it comes to myself. I'm still going to blame this on that.

I’ve gained 15 lbs. in the last 18 months. I’m sure it’s because of the “jab”. 

You're probably right. It probably caused you to listen to those little voices telling you  to eat eat and eat.

[Robert]

There was one report that I read that did list eye problem after the jab.

[Patrick]

There was one report that I read that did list eye problem after the jab.

I've read that too.  Didn't read where they would disappear though.

Shouldda listened to myself.

[..]

And the eye doctor said.....................................

[Patrick]

And the eye doctor said.....................................

Me ?


PITA.

You have to call from outside and wait until they say you can come in only to be told that they are still trying to catch up because of the covid and it'll be a month for an appt.

Still using the damn WuFlu as an excuse. I'm pretty well fed up with the medical profession. They have been a royal PITA for the past 6 years.  Anyway, I'm over my rant now.

The other little ones seem to have disappeared. There now is just the original, larger and darker but just the one. It'll take a bit to get used to.

[..]

And the eye doctor said.....................................

Me ?


PITA.

You have to call from outside and wait until they say you can come in only to be told that they are still trying to catch up because of the covid and it'll be a month for an appt.

Still using the damn WuFlu as an excuse. I'm pretty well fed up with the medical profession. They have been a royal PITA for the past 6 years.  Anyway, I'm over my rant now.

The other little ones seem to have disappeared. There now is just the original, larger and darker but just the one. It'll take a bit to get used to.

Your eye. 

[Cyclejohn]

Much of what is posted in this thread regarding floaters is BS

What does BS stand for?

[Willow]

What does BS stand for?

Bullshit or Bachelor of Science.  You choose by context.  

Perhaps you wanted to know why.

True floaters are inside the eyeball.  I have them from tiny pieces left loose from the surgeries to replace my lenses.  There are other causes of floaters but because they are inside the eyeball any suggestion regarding washing the eyes or clearing the outside are meaningless.

Floater move.  Slowly but they do move.  It's possible that injury or another cause may result in vision issues on the outside of the eyeball but these will not move.  They may be mistaken for floaters.

Floaters that show up suddenly without injury to the eye are very, very bad signals.

Floaters are very scary until the reason for their presence is known.

[Robert]

There was one report that I read that did list eye problem after the jab.

I've read that too.  Didn't read where they would disappear though.

Shouldda listened to myself.

Probably would have done the same thing, but glad your doing better.