What are the “floaters” that I see in my eyes and are they dangerous?

Floaters are small, protein ‘fibre’ particles that form in the vitreous or jelly part of the eyes as the vitreous changes with age. These ‘fibres’ form a shadow within the eye. Although most people have floaters in their eyes, they are unaware of their presence.



  • Why does my eyelid jump or flutter?

This is caused by a nerve impulse that causes an eyelid spasm. It is normally intermittent and can last from a few days to a few weeks. Stress and fatigue can trigger the spasm. Increasing your magnesium intake may help in reducing the twitching.