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download information sheet: The inside of the eye contains a jelly-like substance called the vitreous. Throughout life this fills the inside of the eye, pressing against the retina. With age this vitreous jelly changes and begins to turn into liquid. When this happens it can move away from the retina, and you will notice it as particles or floaters in the vision, occasionally associated with some flashing lights. This process is very common and in the majority of cases, although irritating, is not serious. However, if you notice floaters or flashes of light for the first time it is very important that you contact an ophthalmologist urgently to exclude the development of an associated retinal tear. Detached
Vitreous Gel Ultrasound
image showing detached vitreous gel Unfortunately
the jelly can occasionally pull on the retina and cause a retinal tear.
This is a potentially serious condition, as it may progress to a retinal
detachment, which can result in damage to your vision.
Please contact an Ophthalmologist promptly if:
This is important as a retinal detachment may have occurred.
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