Floaters+5a

Introduction of Group and title of presentation and patient history- Vanessa Gorup Members- Sam, Bridget and Vanessa Title- Eye Floaters Vanessa: A 21 year old girl Samantha Krempasky has had a problem with eye floaters for a couple of years. Over the years they have been bothering her vision and now she will get them removed. Anatomy represented in the picture- Sam


 * Sam:** Floaters are visual shadows of various shapes and densities. They are found in the eyes. Floaters are common, and can range from barely noticeable to large.



Diagnosis- Bridget A doctor will conduct a complete eye exam to make sure your floaters aren't a sign of something more serious. Part of this exam will include looking into your eyes after your doctor has placed pupil-dilating drops into your eyes.

Possible Treatments- Bridget 1. Having a healthy diet- water, vegetables, avoid fast food,a glass of red wine every two nights (or even nightly) is good for the eyes and heart. 2. Exercising daily can help as well, if you add nutrition and exercise this will decrease the amount of eye floaters.

Extra Scientific Knowledge- Vanessa and Sam As these tiny floaters are suspended in this jelly they move when your eye ball moves. If you try to look to see them when you look at a light they may move in and out of sight. Floaters can be all shapes and sizes and may look like hairclumps.