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OPTHA TALK E ye floaters are small, dark, shadowy shapes or spots that appear to float in the field of vision. They are most noticeable when looking at a plain background, such as a blue sky or a white wall. Floaters are actually tiny clumps of cells or other materials inside the vitreous, the clear, jelly-like substance that fills the inside of the eye. As the eye moves, these clumps cast shadows on the retina, which is the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye that sends visual signals to the brain. Floaters are a common occurrence and most people will experience them at some point in their lives, particularly as they age. While floaters are usually harmless, they can sometimes be a sign of a more serious eye condition such as a retinal tear or detachment. If you notice an increase in the number of floaters you are experiencing, or if you see flashes of light or have other visual disturbances, you should see SEEING SPOTS? LEARNABOUT EYEFLOATERS an eye doctor right away to rule out any underlying problems. Treatment for eye floaters typically involves monitoring them to make sure they don't worsen or signal a more serious problem. In some cases, surgery may be an option to remove large, persistent floaters that are causing significant vision problems. It's important to note that while eye floaters are often benign, they can sometimes be a symptom of a more serious condition, such as a retinal tear or detachment. If you notice a sudden increase in the number of floaters or Eye floaters are common and usually harmless, but they can sometimes be a sign of a more serious eye condition 38 VISION PLUS INDIA EDITION