Quick question for you guys... I have always had perfect vision but the other day I woke up and have a gray blurry spot in the corner of my right eye. When im outside ill see a blurry reddish black spot that moves around. It doesnt look like a floater its like a gray curtain that comes and goes. Anyone ever experience anything like this??? Doctor cant see me for a week and it's kind of bugging the shit out of me and getting me worried....Any info would be appreciated....
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http://en.allexperts.com/q/Ophthalmology-Optometry-979/dark-spot-eye.htm
Within the last week, I have noticed a small dark spot on one of my eyes. When I look to the right, the spot travels to the right. When I look to the left, the spot travels to the left, etc. When ever I look into the mirror into my eye, I do not notice anything in my eye. I have tried some artificial tears eyedrops, but the spot is still there. What is it and do I need to go and see an eye doctor.
The human eyeball contains a clear transparent gel like structure called the "vitreous".
The vitreous consists mainly of water and a few solid elements. The 'solid' portion consists of collagen fibrils and molecules of hyaluronic acid.
As we grow older, there is a chemical change in the vitreous causing it to become "more liquid". This is also associated with 'grouping' or 'aggregation' of the collagen fibrils into small clumps.
These 'clumps' throw a shadow on the retina producing a sensation of 'dots' or 'threads' - this is commonly referred to as a 'Floater'.
Over time you will become less aware of these floaters as the brain learns to ignore these retinal images. Therefore, some floaters may remain in your vision, but many of them will fade over time and become less bothersome.
Floaters, if present since a long time or increasing in number very gradually, are harmless. They may be annoying but do not cause any problems. However, if a new floater comes on abruptly or if there is a sudden increase in the number of floaters, then you must be examined immediately to rule out a retinal tear.
Debris in the tear film can sometimes produce a sensation of 'moving dots' across the line of sight.
The key to differentiating, debris in the tear film from vitreous floaters is that they disappear with blinking only - without eye movement.
Vitreous floaters typically will move more with eye movements rather than with blinking.
In most cases floaters are simply an annoyance. An eye examination will usually reveal if there's something serious that needs medical attention.
Sudden appearance of new floaters, sometimes accompanied by apparent flashes of light in the peripheral (side) vision, should be evaluated by an qualified ophthalmologist.
On rare occasions, these symptoms can be a danger sign that a retinal tear has occurred. The only way to diagnose the actual cause of the problem is by a complete eye examination -- preferably by a vitreoretinal specialist.
http://en.allexperts.com/q/Ophthalmology-Optometry-979/dark-spot-eye.htm
Within the last week, I have noticed a small dark spot on one of my eyes. When I look to the right, the spot travels to the right. When I look to the left, the spot travels to the left, etc. When ever I look into the mirror into my eye, I do not notice anything in my eye. I have tried some artificial tears eyedrops, but the spot is still there. What is it and do I need to go and see an eye doctor.
The human eyeball contains a clear transparent gel like structure called the "vitreous".
The vitreous consists mainly of water and a few solid elements. The 'solid' portion consists of collagen fibrils and molecules of hyaluronic acid.
As we grow older, there is a chemical change in the vitreous causing it to become "more liquid". This is also associated with 'grouping' or 'aggregation' of the collagen fibrils into small clumps.
These 'clumps' throw a shadow on the retina producing a sensation of 'dots' or 'threads' - this is commonly referred to as a 'Floater'.
Over time you will become less aware of these floaters as the brain learns to ignore these retinal images. Therefore, some floaters may remain in your vision, but many of them will fade over time and become less bothersome.
Floaters, if present since a long time or increasing in number very gradually, are harmless. They may be annoying but do not cause any problems. However, if a new floater comes on abruptly or if there is a sudden increase in the number of floaters, then you must be examined immediately to rule out a retinal tear.
Debris in the tear film can sometimes produce a sensation of 'moving dots' across the line of sight.
The key to differentiating, debris in the tear film from vitreous floaters is that they disappear with blinking only - without eye movement.
Vitreous floaters typically will move more with eye movements rather than with blinking.
In most cases floaters are simply an annoyance. An eye examination will usually reveal if there's something serious that needs medical attention.
Sudden appearance of new floaters, sometimes accompanied by apparent flashes of light in the peripheral (side) vision, should be evaluated by an qualified ophthalmologist.
On rare occasions, these symptoms can be a danger sign that a retinal tear has occurred. The only way to diagnose the actual cause of the problem is by a complete eye examination -- preferably by a vitreoretinal specialist.
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Your my worst fucking nightmare Buster.... Hope im not diabetic thought about it 38 yrs old active, alcoholic, 20 lbs overweight, eat well not a sweet eater. See you go to these sites and boom diabetic, lupus, MS you name it im thinking it wife is ready to kill me.
