Expert Solutions for Flashes and Floaters

Have you ever seen flashing lights or floaters in your vision? These visual disturbances can be alarming, but they are often harmless. Our ReFocus Eye Health specialists in Bloomfield investigate the root cause of your floaters or flashes, ensuring optimal eye health and clear vision.

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Understanding Eye Flashes and Floaters

Flashes are streaks of light in your vision, even when your eyes are closed. They are caused by the vitreous, the gel-like substance that fills the inside of your eye, pulling or rubbing against the retina.

Floaters are small specks, cobwebs, or strings you see floating in your vision. They are also caused by the vitreous. As you age, the vitreous shrink and pull away from the retina. This can cause the vitreous to become cloudy and cast shadows on the retina.

Exploring the Underlying Causes

Understanding the causes of these visual disturbances is crucial for timely intervention. The primary factors include:

Vitreous Changes

As you age, the gel-like vitreous inside your eye changes. This causes the vitreous to pull away from the retina, leading to light flashes.

Vitreous Detachment

The vitreous gel can sometimes detach from the retina, causing floaters as it clumps together and casts shadows on the retina.

Retinal Tear or Detachment

A tear or detachment of the retina, the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye, can cause flashes of light.

Migraines

Some types of migraines, especially those with aura, can cause visual disturbances, including flashes of light.

Eye Inflammation

Inflammation in the eye, often due to infections or autoimmune diseases, can cause floaters and flashes.

Injury or Trauma

Direct injury to the eye can dislodge the vitreous or cause bleeding, leading to floaters and flashes.

Posterior Vitreous Detachment (PVD)

PVD occurs when the vitreous separates from the retina. It is a common cause of floaters, often occurring with age.

Retinal Vascular Disorders

Diseases affecting the blood vessels in the retina, like retinal vein occlusion, can cause floaters and flashes.

Advanced Care for Uninterrupted Vision

Most flashes and floaters do not require treatment. However, treatment can be recommended if they are bothersome or accompanied by other changes in your vision, like shadows or curtains.

We employ advanced diagnostic techniques to assess the underlying causes of your eye flashes and floaters. Our team in Bloomfield offers innovative treatments, including non-invasive procedures and, in rare cases, surgeries to remove persistent floaters.

Don’t let visual disruptions obscure life’s beauty. Trust ReFocus Eye Health for expert care, ensuring your eyes are free from flashes and floaters.

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