Eye floaters are the visual appearance of dark spots in the form of dots, spots, "floaters" or spider webs that appear to move or even change shape in the visual field when the gaze changes direction.
They are often variable in their intensity and form and more frequent during periods of fatigue or in strong light.
They correspond to small gelatinous masses that form in the vitreous substance of the eye (gelatinous substance of the eye located in front of the retina behind).
Floaters are usually not serious, but are often a source of discomfort and worry for the patient.
In the vast majority of cases, they are completely benign. Sometimes they are secondary to retinal tears or inflammation, and are often accompanied by luminous phenomena, flashes, phosphenes.
Only an ophthalmological examination of the fundus and the retinal periphery can determine the severity or benignity of ocular floaters. It is therefore advisable in the presence of floaters of recent appearance, especially in myopia and if they are accompanied by luminous phenomena, to consult your ophthalmologist promptly for an examination of the fundus.
There is no radically effective treatment for intravitreal floaters, but additional treatments can significantly reduce the discomfort.
If there is associated retinal damage, it should be treated quickly.
