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    Why do I see black dots floating around. Is this a sign of illness

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    +4  Views: 4372 Answers: 15 Posted: 14 years ago
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      These could be 'floaters'. Google the word for more info.
      14 years ago. Rating: 11
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        HUSKIN4EVER

        Right on!
        commented 14 years ago
        These are called "floaters". When I first realized I had them 40 yrs ago, scared the hell out of me. BUT.....40 years after I saw my Opthalmologist I'm just like I was and none the worse for wear.

        The 1st thing you do is get checked by an OPTHALMOLOGIST to find out if the floaters are being caused by a serious medical condition. Mine were not.
        14 years ago. Rating: 11
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          nomdeplume

          I find that booze makes floaters worse.
          commented 14 years ago
          Are you diabetic, if you are or even if you're not this can be bleeding in the eyes, get checked soon, it can lead to blindness if not cared for.
          I had this several years ago and was blinded in one eye at a time, but after the right painless treatment I can see fine now.
          14 years ago. Rating: 9
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            might be blood pressure. what did your doctor say?
            14 years ago. Rating: 7
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              If you have Floaters, they will be more evident when you are looking at a white surface. They also will move if you move your eyes from side to side. If they are floaters, its nothing to worry about, and you will get used to them.
              14 years ago. Rating: 6
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                You're probably about to pass out from low blood sugar. Sit down and relax a minute. When you get up don't try getting up too fast, get something to eat and you'll feel much better.
                14 years ago. Rating: 6
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                  if things get worse call or see a doctor..
                  14 years ago. Rating: 5
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                    When I had 'floaters' my doctor sent me to be checked for PVD (Posterior Vitreous Detachment) In other words detached Retina. Thankfully, I was ok but it is a serious condition if not immediately treated. I would agree with most of the advice here to consult a medical professional.

                    14 years ago. Rating: 5
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                      No, I do not have a fever. I just noticed this 2 days ago. The symptoms of the black dots floating seem to come and go. I have made an appointment to see my Doctor. Now I don't know whether to see an optometrist, internal medicine or a specialist.
                      14 years ago. Rating: 5
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                        Headless Man

                        You need to see a Ophthalmologist.
                        commented 14 years ago

                        Go to the doctor, start with your GP and he/she will refer you to the proper specialist.

                        14 years ago. Rating: 3
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                          Nene43

                          Floaters are what you are seeing. Just in case, see your OPTHAMOLOGIST ,not optomitrist.
                          commented 14 years ago
                          irratating little buggers aren't they you'll get used to them
                          14 years ago. Rating: 3
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                            They are floaters.  Chinese call them flying mosquitos.  There is so far no treatment for them.  My Opthalmologist told me that she also has floaters.  They may bother you, but nothing serious. 

                            14 years ago. Rating: 2
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                              You don't have a fever, do you?
                              14 years ago. Rating: 2
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                                They are called "Floaters" and it is normal to see them. They are harmless. But  See your eye Doctor to rule out anything new if you haven't been to one in a while.

                                14 years ago. Rating: 2
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                                  6dogs4us

                                  Just because you don't like someone's answer isn't reason enough to give them a TD Birdee. Those are reserved for obnoxious or disgusting answers that are highly inappropriate for this forum. I realize you are new here. Most of us refrain from using TD's unless absolutely necessary because they take away 35 points from your karma.
                                  commented 14 years ago

                                  Bits of crystalized Vitnious Humour (forgive spelling) , the fluid that gives the eyes their fullness and thus their shape.  They are very common as the years pass.  Athough they may increase over the years.  If they start to hinder sight its a simple operation.  Generally nothing to fear. 

                                  14 years ago. Rating: 1
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