Why did a brown spot floating in eye appear suddenly?
Patient's Query
Hello doctor,
A brown-colored dot, along with a white-colored substance, is floating in my left eye. What to do?
Please help.
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I have gone through your query and understand what you have mentioned.
These dots are called floaters in medical terminology. I can tell you that such a problem arises due to a cause mostly in the back portion of the eye (vitreous or retina). This requires a dilated retinal examination by an ophthalmologist. A single floater that has been present for at least six months to a year has no major implications and is nothing to be worried about.
I suggest seeing an ophthalmologist urgently in case of:
- Multiple floaters, sensation of flashing lights, or blurred vision in either eye.
- Floaters appeared after being hit in the eye, and there was pain and redness in either eye.
- If you are a diabetic, on anticoagulant treatment, or suffer from blood clotting, blood vessel, or autoimmune diseases.
I hope this helps.
Regards.
Same symptoms don't mean you have the same problem. Consult a doctor now!
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