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When spots or lines start to appear in your vision, this could be a sign that you have vitreous floaters. This condition is commonly caused by age-related changes in your eye. Though it can be inconvenient when it first appears, you can overcome your vision difficulties and learn to adapt to it. However, the first step to overcoming the effects of this condition is to get extensive information about it. With this, we give you all you need to know about vitreous floaters.<\/p>

What Are Vitreous Floaters?<\/strong><\/h2>

Vitreous floaters, often referred to as eye floaters, are small, shadowy shapes or spots that appear to “float” across your field of vision. These spots or shadowy shapes that appear are also known as vitreous opacities<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>

The vitreous humour is a gel-like substance that fills the space within the eye, helping it maintain its shape. Over time, this vitreous humour undergoes changes that can lead to the formation of floaters. These changes primarily involve the vitreous shrinking and clumping together. As the vitreous shrinks, it can pull away from the retina, resulting in the formation of floaters.\u00a0<\/p>

While you may get the feeling that these spots or lines are in front of your eye, they are actually floating inside it. These clumps will cast shadows on the retina, giving you the impression that there are floating particles in your vision.<\/p>

What Causes Vitreous Floaters?<\/strong><\/h2>

Understanding what causes vitreous floaters is essential to address and manage this vision issue effectively. Despite age being a common factor, there are also other factors that could increase your risk or exacerbate the condition:<\/p>

Posterior Uveitis<\/strong><\/h3>

Uveitis refers to the inflammation of the tissue in the middle layer of the eye wall. Posterior uveitis affects the back of the eye, which has the retina and an eye layer called the choroid. When inflammation occurs, it causes eye floaters to appear. Having posterior uveitis could be an indication of an infection, autoimmune disorder, or inflammatory disease.\u00a0<\/p>

Retina Being Torn or Detached<\/strong><\/h3>

A torn retina can occur when a contracting vitreous tugs the retina with enough force to tear it. When this does not get treated right away, it may eventually lead to retinal detachment. If fluid leaks behind the tear, it could potentially separate the retina from the back of your eye, resulting in permanent vision loss.<\/p>

Bleeding in the Eye<\/strong><\/h3>

When there is bleeding in the vitreous due to retinal tears or detachments, diabetes, or even high blood pressure, blood cells can be seen as floaters.<\/p>

Risk Factors for Vitreous Floaters<\/strong><\/h2>

These factors increase your risk of developing vitreous floaters:<\/p>