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How to get rid of eye floaters and flashes?

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Patient's Query

Hello doctor,

I see floaters and flashes in both my eyes for a very long time. I see flashes of light especially when I move my eyes. I had an eye dilation test but my doctor said everything is fine. But still, I see flashes and floaters in both my eyes. I am afraid due to these flashes and floaters. Please tell me what to do.

Answered by Dr. Prashant Koranmath

Education:

MS Ophthalmology

Professional Bio:

Dr. Prashant Koranmath is a Physician and Consultant Ophthalmologist with 11 years of clinical experience. He completed his MD in General Medicine from Lugansk State Medical University (LSMU), Ukraine, and MS in Ophthalmology from BLDE University, Bijapur, Karnataka. He is an expert in treating all types of eye problems.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

Thank you for your query.

I understand your concern. There is a jelly-like substance in the eye called vitreous and as age progresses it starts to liquefy and you start seeing floaters or it also happens in high-power myopia. You should consult an ophthalmologist immediately in case there is an increase in the number of these floaters, decreased vision, or if you are seeing flashes of light. Because these are the signs of retinal detachment consult a retinal specialist and get your retina checked. I hope this has helped you. Thank you.

Medically reviewed by iCliniq medical review team
Published At February 1, 2023
Reviewed At August 12, 2023

Education:

MS Ophthalmology

Professional Bio:

Dr. Prashant Koranmath is a Physician and Consultant Ophthalmologist with 11 years of clinical experience. He completed his MD in General Medicine from Lugansk State Medical University (LSMU), Ukraine, and MS in Ophthalmology from BLDE University, Bijapur, Karnataka. He is an expert in treating all types of eye problems.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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Education:

MS Ophthalmology

Professional Bio:

Dr. Prashant Koranmath is a Physician and Consultant Ophthalmologist with 11 years of clinical experience. He completed his MD in General Medicine from Lugansk State Medical University (LSMU), Ukraine, and MS in Ophthalmology from BLDE University, Bijapur, Karnataka. He is an expert in treating all types of eye problems.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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