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Floaters

Updated: 2024-11-26


Description

Spots in vision that look like black or gray specks or strings that drift across the eyes.

When to seek immediate medical care

See a healthcare professional right away for:

  • Sudden onset of new floaters.
  • Vision loss.
  • Many more eye floaters than usual.
  • Flashes of light.
  • Darkness in side vision or loss of side vision.