Floaters: When is your sight at risk?
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This is Mário Bulla, and welcome to Retina e Vítreo, the most comprehensive retina channel on YouTube. Today we're going to address a common question among our followers: "Are people who start seeing floaters very early more likely to lose their sight?"
#### What are floaters?
Floaters are small spots or filaments that appear to float in the field of vision. They are caused by small changes in the vitreous, the gel that fills the inside of the eye. When we are young, the vitreous is more uniform, but over time, it can begin to contract and detach from the retina, a process known as vitreous detachment.
#### Vitreous Detachment: A Natural Process
Vitreous detachment is a common phenomenon, especially in people over 50. However, it can occur earlier in people with high myopia, after eye surgery such as cataract surgery, or due to eye trauma. When the vitreous detaches, it can pull on the retina at certain points, causing ruptures that can lead to retinal detachment, a more serious condition that can compromise vision.
#### The Importance of Eye Care
It is crucial that anyone who notices the abrupt appearance of floaters seeks immediate eye care. Vitreous detachment can be diagnosed during a fundus examination, and it is at this point that the ophthalmologist can identify whether there are any tears in the retina that require urgent treatment.
#### The Risk Over Time
A follower questioned whether vitreous detachment at a young age increases the chance of retinal detachment throughout life. The answer is that the greatest risk of retinal tearing occurs shortly after vitreous detachment. Studies indicate that the risk of secondary retinal detachment is highest in the first few months after vitreous detachment, but decreases over time.
#### Risk Factors
People with high myopia have a higher risk of retinal detachment, regardless of the age at which the vitreous detachment occurred. It is therefore important for these people to have regular eye examinations to monitor their eye health.
#### Peace of Mind and Ongoing Care
If you've had a vitreous detachment and haven't experienced complications such as retinal tears after a year, you're less likely to develop problems in the future. However, it is essential to keep regular appointments with your ophthalmologist and keep an eye out for new symptoms, such as increased floaters or changes in vision.
#### Conclusion
In summary, vitreous detachment is a natural part of eye ageing for many people. Although it can cause concern, the risk of serious complications, such as retinal detachment, is highest in the first few months after vitreous detachment. Staying informed and having regular eye exams are the best ways to protect your vision.
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