My eyes feel like there are black spots floating

Some people always feel that there are small black spots floating or swaying in front of their eyes. They have tried many methods to remove them, such as increasing sleep time or using eye drops, but none of them can alleviate this strange symptom. We say that we cannot rule out the possibility that it is caused by floaters. This symptom is often caused by opaque objects in the vitreous body being projected onto the retina, and is more obvious especially against a bright background. Normally, floaters have no effect on vision.

1. What are floaters?

Vitreous opacities are mostly floaters. Most floaters are a normal aging phenomenon. Dark shadows are seen in front of the eyes, and their shapes include dust, lines, cotton wool and clumps. The black spots are irregular when the eye moves, and sometimes there are more and sometimes there are fewer. This situation is more likely to occur when the background is bright. It generally does not affect vision. This disease is more common among myopic people and the elderly.

1. Types of floaters

Vitreous opacities are divided into physiological and pathological.

If it is physiological, it generally has no effect on vision and there is no need to worry. Just develop good eye habits, relieve visual fatigue, and go to the hospital regularly for fundus examinations.

If it is pathological, it is necessary to carefully examine the suspicious eye lesions and treat the primary disease; if the number of black shadows suddenly increases and is accompanied by flashes, it should be taken seriously as there may be a possibility of retinal detachment. It is recommended that you go to a regular medical institution for treatment.

3. Daily care

1. You can apply eye patches to your eyes daily to help cell proliferation, improve optic nerve activity, and make your eyes comfortable and relaxed.

2. Once retinal detachment is detected, surgery should be performed promptly. In order to avoid amblyopia, children should generally undergo surgery as early as possible. Modern vitrectomy has made the treatment of some severe vitreous hemorrhages more casual, safe, and effective.

3. Pay attention to vitamin supplements. Vitamin A is an essential nutrient for the eyes. Vitamin C and vitamin E can destroy free radicals, improve the immune function of the eyes, and prevent vision loss. B vitamins can promote the metabolism of cells in the eyes and are very helpful for patients with eye diseases. Animal liver, eggs, dried beans, meat, mushrooms, fresh vegetables and fruits all contain a lot of vitamins.

IV. Guidance

1. For floaters with mild symptoms that do not significantly affect vision, no treatment is needed for the time being, and regular check-ups are sufficient.

2. If the symptoms are obvious in a short period of time, you need to go to the hospital's ophthalmology department in time.

3. In terms of diet, pay attention to eating more vegetables and fruits rich in vitamins and iodine-rich kelp, etc.

4. Patients with physiological floaters need to pay more attention to eye health, do more outdoor sports, and practice gymnastics, so as to increase their immunity. You should pay attention to your diet and drink water that contains natural minerals. Rice should also be the staple food, and you should eat more green foods and some refreshing fruits.