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Saw Doc. He said everyone gets them as they age. It is the gel substance that gives the eye it's shape separating from the retina. It can in some cases tear the retina or in worse case detach it. He said call right away if the light flashes in my periphery disappear.
It is unrelated to amd or my ga.
Do you have cataracts? Floaters are one of the symptoms. I, too, am glad that you are telling your eye doctor. Please keep us updated.
Floaters are not a listed symptom of advanced dry AMD. The typical symptoms associated with advanced dry AMD include:
- Blurry or blank/dark spots in central vision
- Straight lines appearing wavy or crooked
- Increased difficulty seeing in low light
- Words disappearing while reading
- Loss of color vision That said, it's Show Full Answer
Thanks for letting us know what your doctor said. It is very helpful to know.
You are doing the right thing by telling your eye doctor about the floaters. Blessings!
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