If you ever notice pesky dark strands that may resemble anything from a simple speck to a cobweb drifting across your vision, what you're probably seeing is what's known as an eye floater.

And while some of us are barely bothered by the dots, squiggles and specks that drift across our vision, others find eye floaters downright distressing. Fortunately, it's possible to combat even ...

Learn more. DEAR DR. ROACH: I am a 67-year-old male with generally good vision. I have had a few floaters in my eyes over the years, but they have generally been small and have not significantly ...

You may start to notice tiny dark spots that move around in your vision. They can look like flying insects, hairs, or cobwebs. These are called floaters, and they're the most common symptom of PVD.

They may also appear alongside floaters, which are tiny dots or lines that may appear in a person’s vision. The combination of sudden, repeated flashes with other visual disturbances could ...

According to the NHS website, while floaters - such as dots and lines - or flashes of light in your vision are typically "common" and "not usually serious," you should call yoru GP or 111 if they ...

Cancel anytime. Dr. Roach:I am a 67-year-old male with generally good vision. I have had a few floaters in my eyes over the years, but they have generally been small and have not significantly ...