All about floaters

Floaters are small shapes that appear in your field of vision. They can look like spots, threads, squiggly lines, or cobwebs that drift as your eyes move. Most floaters are a normal part of ageing and are caused by tiny clumps forming in the vitreous, the gel-like substance that fills the eye.

While floaters are usually harmless, a sudden increase in floaters, especially alongside flashes of light or a shadow in your vision, can be a sign of a retinal tear or detachment and needs same-day assessment.

If you are noticing new or worsening floaters, book a consultation so Mr Patel can examine your retina and put your mind at ease.