Black Spots on the Eye – Cause and Natural Treatment
Blackheads in the eyes are quite common and in most cases they are not serious. They are also known as floaters as they have a tendency to float in and out of the field of vision. They are usually more noticeable in a light environment (for example, being outside in bright sunlight) and when looking at light surfaces. The shape, behavior and size of the floaters vary from person to person: some people have described them as similar to roads on the map, while others have compared them to a large number of small circular grains.
While the cause of these blackheads has not been proven despite many studies, scientists believe that the shadows or blackheads you see in your eyes are caused by dead cells (including red and white blood cells) and small particles of vitreous protein that are dark enough to cast a shadow on the retina.
Severity of blackheads in the eye
In most cases, floaters are nothing to worry about and may be nothing more than a minor irritation. However, if you suddenly experienced a rapid buildup of blackheads over a short period of time, some studies suggest you may have more permanent damage, such as a retinal tear or hemorrhage in the vitreous body of the eye. In this case, seek the advice of an experienced ophthalmologist without delay.
In some cases, black floaters can be prominent enough to obscure a person’s vision, even to the point of incapacitation. Again, it is recommended that you seek professional advice regarding the condition just to ensure that you do not have a more serious underlying problem.
treatment options
There are a number of things you can do to remove blackheads from your vision. The most effective method is surgery, however, it is a fairly invasive procedure, it is not without risks, it costs a lot of money and must be carried out through private medical attention and requires a considerable recovery time after the operation. I would only recommend this option be considered if black floaters impair your vision to the point of becoming a disability.
Natural means of eliminating floaters are being used more and more, and many people have reported good results from supplementation with various substances that are used inside the eye to promote healing and new tissue production. The most successful results have been obtained by combining a series of eye exercises (generally following the guidelines of William Bates) with the supplementation of substances such as lutein.
In summary
The vast majority of blackhead sufferers have nothing to worry about for the long-term health of their eye or vision. If you are beginning to feel that your floaters are hindering your vision in certain situations, then it is certainly worth experimenting with natural ways to eliminate them, as results can usually be achieved in as little as a few weeks. More severe vision-obscuring floaters that have appeared suddenly could well be a sign of an underlying retinal tear or haemorrhage, so professional advice should be sought immediately.