Have you ever noticed tiny spots or “flies” drifting across your vision? They’re called eye floaters. Experts say most people experience them at some point, especially with age. “I thought something was in my eye, but it was a floater,” one person shared.

Floaters often look like specks, strings, or cobwebs that move when your eyes move. They are usually harmless and caused by age-related changes in the eye. In fact, seven in ten people will notice them. “It is frustrating, but now I know I’m not alone,” another reader said.

Doctors explain that floaters are rarely serious. But sudden new floaters, flashes of light, or a dark shadow in your vision can signal an emergency. If that happens, seek medical help right away. The NHS warns these symptoms could mean serious problems with the back of the eye.

Most of the time, floaters fade or become less annoying. Moving your eyes up and down may shift them out of view. A healthy lifestyle with good nutrition, vitamins, and no smoking also supports long-term vision. Have you ever noticed floaters in your eyes?