Floaters are inconsistent blotches or spots that overshadow the vitreous or clear fluid that fills the space between the lens and the retina of the eye. The vitreous itself functions to maintain eye structure, maintain the position of the retina, protect the eye from pathogens, and provide nutrition for eye tissue. Meanwhile, floaters are formed from a mixture of collagen and protein that often appears in the form of small patches, elongated patches, or even flashes of light. Although most floaters are harmless and go away on their own, their existence will become clearer as a person ages. As a result, the quality of your vision can be disturbed because of it.
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Method 1 of 3: Removing Floaters
Step 1. Do nothing
Be patient because in truth, most floaters will go away on their own. If you think your condition requires medical attention, never try to remove floaters without the help of an ophthalmologist! Always remember this:
- By keeping it still, your eyes have a chance to naturally absorb the floaters.
- Try to get used to the existence of the floaters. Undoubtedly, over time you will not be aware of its existence anymore.
- If the floaters turn reddish in color, or if you start to experience eye pain, consult a doctor immediately.
Step 2. Try taking vitamins that contain antioxidants
In fact, the vitamin is proven to be effective in treating an eye disorder called macular degeneration. Therefore, some doctors consider it capable of treating floaters in the eye. Some examples of vitamins that you can try:
- Rosehip
- Turmeric
- Hawthorn berries
- Propolis concentrate
Step 3. Try taking supplements to increase blood flow
In general, increased blood flow will help the eye to get rid of the jelly-like substance that fills the vitreous. Some examples of supplements you can try:
- Ginkgo biloba
- lisina
- Bilberry
Step 4. Try taking over-the-counter medicines at pharmacies
In some cases, the intensity of floaters can be reduced by taking drugs that are actually intended to treat other conditions, such as:
- Anti-inflammatory drugs such as aspirin.
- Methylsulfonylmethane
- Hyaluronic acid
Step 5. Move your eyeballs
To reduce the number of floaters that form in your eyes, try the following methods:
- Move the eyeball up and down to spread the fluid that covers the eye.
- Open and close your eyes.
- Roll your eyes so you don't look directly at the floaters.
Method 2 of 3: Preventing the Appearance of Floaters
Step 1. Eat healthy foods
Improve eye health by increasing the consumption of the following foods:
- Eat foods rich in antioxidants such as spinach, broccoli, kale, kiwi, and grapes to protect your eyes.
- Eat foods rich in vitamin C such as oranges, grapes, strawberries, and green peppers to boost your immune system.
- Eat foods rich in vitamin E such as sunflower seeds, almonds, pecans, and oats to strengthen your eyes.
Step 2. Get enough sleep
Adequate and quality sleep is effective in stopping the formation of floaters. Understand the following:
- Make sure you always try to get 8 hours of sleep every night.
- In fact, getting enough sleep is effective in maintaining the health of your eyes.
- Be aware that the appearance of floaters can be caused by blurred or blurry vision due to lack of sleep.
Step 3. Manage stress well
In fact, mastering effective stress management techniques stops the formation of floaters in the eyes, you know! To reduce stress, try doing the following:
- meditate
- Practice yoga
- Practicing Pilates
- Doing taici
- Think positively.
- Take a deep breath.
Method 3 of 3: Performing Medical Treatment
Step 1. Understand when to call a doctor
Although 98% of floaters are harmless, understand that sometimes the appearance of floaters indicates a more serious health problem. Call your doctor immediately if you experience the following symptoms:
- Loss of vision.
- Blurred or foggy vision.
- There is pain in the eye.
- The appearance of a flash of light in the eye.
- The appearance of floaters or reddish patches.
- The appearance of floaters after an impact or eye surgery.
- The sudden appearance of floaters.
- Floaters whose condition is rapidly deteriorating.
Step 2. Watch out for more serious health problems
Call your doctor immediately if you also experience other symptoms that indicate a serious health problem, such as:
- Torn retina.
- A detached retina (retinal detachment).
- Vitreous hemorrhage (occurs between the lens and retina of the eye).
- Swelling of the vitreous and retina (caused by infection or autoimmune swelling).
- Eye tumors.
- Diabetic retinopathy.
Step 3. Know your risks
Understand that certain groups of people are more likely to develop floaters in their eyes. Be aware if the following situations suit you:
- You are farsighted.
- You are between 50-75 years old.
- You've had cataract surgery.
Step 4. Know your treatment options
First, understand that each option has its own risks. That is why, most doctors will not do or recommend it if the situation is not really an emergency. Try to consult the possibility of doing some of the following methods if the appearance of floaters in your eyes is caused by a serious health problem:
- Vitrectomy surgery. This procedure is done to remove the vitreous fluid that fills the space between your eyeball and your retina.
- Laser treatment. A YAG laser procedure is performed to remove floaters from the retina of your eye. Although some ophthalmologists have done it, the true effectiveness and safety of this method has not been scientifically tested.
