This is driving me nuts?

Question

Im 16 and for the past few weeks iv noticed i have floaters i have a black one and each eye and about 4 clear ones in each eye i try to ignore them but the more i try ignore them the more i see them.everyone keeps telling me that im 2 young to have them and im freaked out because they just keep getting worse...am i going to go blind? and there so anooying i hate going outside because i see them...they randomly float past my vision iv had the black one for years but in the past 4 weeks iv gotten another black one and like 4 clears ones and there sooo anooying

Answer 1

elykmamda - I copied the following information from WebMD:

Definition of Floater

Floater: A blurry spot that seems to drift in front of the eyes but does not block vision. The blur is the result of debris from the vitreous of the eye casting a shadow on the retina. The spot is the image formed by a deposit of protein drifting about in the vitreous, the clear jelly-like substance that fills the middle of the eye.

Floaters are often described by patients as spots, strands, or little flies.

Floaters are usually benign (not serious). They can, however, occasionally result from a separation of the vitreous gel from the retina. This condition is called a posterior vitreous detachment (PVD). Although a PVD occurs commonly, there are no retinal tears associated with the condition most of the time.

No treatments are available for floaters although they tend to become less annoying over time. Remember also that floaters are usually not associated with serious eye problems.

Permanent or recurring white or black spots in the same area of your field of vision may, however, be an early warning sign of cataracts or another serious eye problem. If you experience a shadow or curtain that affects any part of your vision, this can indicate that a retinal tear has occurred and has progressed to a detached retina. In this situation, you should immediately consult an ophthalmologist since time is of the essence.

Answer 2

wow. i just realized that i have the same thing. but i always thought it was nothing. i work with a dr and im for sure is going to ask her about it. but shes gone for the day. get back at u on that if ya want.

Answer 3

I have had one in each eye for a few years, although I am little older (38).  I can only tell they are there when I look at the sky or any other light colored surface.  

I would go see an Optometrist.  They should be able to check you out thoroughly and see if there is anything that can be done.  Good luck.

Answer 4

You need to go to an eye doctor and find out what's going on. It could be nothing or it could be the start of something. You may be able to help them with a vitamin supplement. Anyway, the first step is to have a professional look at your eyes. Good luck!!

Answer 5

you should see an eye doctor as soon as possible to make sure nothings wrong, and may be he can prescribe something to help.