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Treatment of Eye Floaters!

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Dr. Radhika AmulrajAcupuncturist • 18 Years Exp.MD - Acupuncture, Diploma In Accupuncture, Advanced Diploma In Accupuncture
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Treatment of Eye Floaters

Homeopathic Treatment of Eye Floaters
Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Eye Floaters
Psychotherapy Treatment of Eye Floaters
Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Eye Floaters
Surgical Treatment of Eye Floaters
Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Eye Floaters
Other Treatment of Eye Floaters
What is Eye Floaters
Symptoms of Eye Floaters
Causes of Eye Floaters
Risk factors of Eye Floaters
Complications of Eye Floaters
Lab Investigations and Diagnosis of Eye Floaters
Precautions & Prevention of Eye Floaters
Treatment of Eye Floaters

Homeopathic Treatment of Eye Floaters

Natural Homeopathic treat for floaters are the best way to treat with no side effects. The medicine that may help varies from person to person. Some of the homeopathic remedies for eye floaters are:

Kali-iod
Kali-carb
Phosphorus
Thuja
Sulfur
Silecia
Natrum-mur

Acupuncture & Acupressure Treatment of Eye Floaters

Acupuncture helps at two levels. At local level it improves energy and blood supply to eye and causes better nourishment of eye tissues. It also helps in regeneration of eye tissues. At the general level it balances the energy system and body elements. This leads to reestablishment of order in vital organs which are said to be the root cause of such eye diseases.

Conventional / Allopathic Treatment of Eye Floaters

In very severe cases, the doctor may consider doing a vitrectomy, in which the vitreous fluid is removed and replaced with an artificial gel.

Surgical Treatment of Eye Floaters

Using a laser to dissolve floaters – During laser therapy, an ophthalmologist aims a special laser at the floaters in the vitreous. The laser may break up the floaters and make them less noticeable.
Using surgery to remove the vitreous – During a vitrectomy procedure, an ophthalmologist makes a small incision in your eye and removes the gel-like vitreous.

Dietary & Herbal Treatment of Eye Floaters

Eat brown rice and other whole grains instead of refined and processed grains
Drink juices of vegetables and fruits
Steam or bake foods instead of frying them
Minimize your use of salt

What is Eye Floaters?

Eye floaters are spots in your vision. They are little specks of debris floating through the vitreous fluid in the eyeball. They are within the eyeball and are not eliminated by rubbing the front of the eye.

Symptoms of Eye Floaters

Different shapes, such as tiny spots, flecks, threads or webs
Flashing lights before your eyes
Spots that is most noticeable when you look at a plain bright background, such as a blue sky or a white wall
They move as the eyes move, often with a slight lag
Large floaters can present diminished areas of vision

Causes of Eye Floaters

Age-related eye changes
Inflammation in the back of the eye
Bleeding in the eye
Torn retina

Risk factors of Eye Floaters

Age over 50
Nearsightedness
Eye trauma
Complications from cataract surgery
Diabetes, especially when diabetic retinopathy develops.
Inflammation in the eye

Diagnosis of Eye Floaters

Your doctor will conduct a complete eye exam to make sure your floaters aren’t a sign of something more serious. Generally, your pupils are dilated with the help of special eye drops. Using a magnifying device, he can see everything including your floaters.

Precautions & Prevention of Eye Floaters

Avoid Taking any Drugs
Avoid the sports that are especially prone to injuries

In case you have a concern or query you can always consult a specialist & get answers to your questions!
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