User:Mr. Ibrahem/Floater

Floaters are small dark spots or lines that slowly move across a person's vision. They generally come and go and move with a person's eye. They may become more noticeable when looking at a light colored surface. Other symptoms that occur depend on the underlying cause. Symptoms generally improve within 3 months.

In most causes the cause is shrinkage of the vitreous due to an unknown reason, a posterior vitreous detachment. Risk factors include being nearsighted, diabetes, and cataract surgery. Other causes may include eye infection, injury, uveitis, vitreous detachment, or retinal detachment. Diagnosis is by a dilated eye exam.

Treatment depends on the cause; though in many causes nothing specific is required. Occasionally in severe cases a type of surgery known as a vitrectomy may be suggested. Repeated exams may be carried out to rule out a retinal tear or vitreous bleed. Most people are affected at some point in time. They become more common with age.