Is it effective to use glasses for floaters?

Written by Li Zhen Dong
Ophthalmology
Updated on September 23, 2024
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Floater syndrome generally does not require glasses, and wearing glasses has no effect. Although floater syndrome involves the refractive media, it does not cause changes in vision. Changes in vision are mainly due to the curvature of the cornea, the condition of the lens, the length of the eye axis, and retinal diseases. Floater syndrome can be physiological or pathological. Physiological floaters generally do not affect vision; simply taking rest, reducing close-up tasks, or using some peptide eye drops can completely improve the condition. If it is pathological floater syndrome, one should visit the ophthalmology department for further examination and active treatment.

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