Spots before the eyes are one of the frequent reasons for visiting an ophthalmologist. We call them dots, but they can also be spots, lines, nets, 'cobwebs', zigzag lines, notches. For most people, it starts when they look at something bright, but not necessarily.
This phenomenon can appear in both eyes, follow you for a short time or a long time. As a rule, this does not cause discomfort or pain, but in some cases it can be accompanied by a slight headache or dizziness, a slight decrease in vision.
Dots before the eyes as a symptom of the disease
Sometimes such spots are really a symptom of an ophthalmic disease, but you don't need to panic right away. They can also be the result of eye fatigue.
What can be the cause of dots before the eyes:
- they can be the result of heavy physical effort, stress, sudden changes in body position
- they can be the result of aging (according to statistics, this problem is most often encountered by people aged 40 to 50)
- they can be a signal of inflammatory processes in the eyes
- the appearance of spots indicates problems with blood vessels, the endocrine system
- migraine
- eye injuries and diseases
The time to go to the doctor is when this situation often repeats itself, when it causes you discomfort or is accompanied by pain. In order to determine the real cause of the appearance of dots before the eyes, you will need to visit a doctor. He will do an examination and carry out detailed analyses, and along the way he will also prescribe therapy, he writes Beauty and health.
Dots before the eyes - how to get rid of them?
Just like most conditions, the best way to deal with the problem is to prevent it from occurring. So, you may not be able to treat it yourself, but you can certainly work on prevention. Here's how:
- It is necessary to visit an ophthalmologist every six months. This applies to both children and adults.
- Do not engage in excessive physical activity that your body is not used to.
- Don't forget to rest when you expose your eyes to constant strain
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