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19. April 2010 10:54
Another name for eye spots, Eye Flakes is a common eye disease. These include tiny circles, clouds and specks that come in your vision field while looking at plain or light backgrounds.
The most common reason for the occurrence of eye flakes is increasing age. However, certain eye injuries may also lead to this disorder. As we grow older, the vitreous humor gets clustered in certain spots, leading to the formation of eye flakes. With gradual degeneration of the vitreous humor, it gets detached from the back of the eye and forms eye flakes.
Under certain circumstances, intense eye injury can also change the structure of the vitreous humor and cause retinal detachment and eye flakes. In such cases, you may also see flashes of light along with eye flakes. Other health problems like migraines or high blood pressure may also lead to this eye disease.
If you are witnessing any of the symptoms listed below, it is crucial to consult a eye doctor for professional diagnosis and treatment of eye flakes.
- Appearance and disappearance of objects while moving slowly
- Presence of small objects with varied shapes in your field of vision
- Appearance of flashes of light
While eye flakes are considered to be harmless in most cases, there is treatment available for this problem. In fact, it is best to avoid the symptoms of this eye disorder before it converts into a serious disease. If you are experiencing frequent flashes of light in your vision or growth in eye flakes, consult a eye doctor immediately.
Complications are also possible in case of patients suffering from diabetes and near-sightedness. Regular check up and follow ups after eye surgery are essential to avoid or remove eye flakes, depending on the severity of your condition.
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