What are eye floaters?

Floaters, also known as vitreous floaters or muscae volitantes, are tiny specks, threads, or cobweb-like structures that appear to float in the field of vision. They are most commonly noticed when looking at a plain background, such as a blue sky or a white wall. These floaters are actually shadows cast on the retina by tiny clumps of gel-like substance called the vitreous humor, which fills the inside of the eye.

Age-related changes

One of the primary causes of eye floaters is age-related changes in the vitreous humor. As we age, the gel-like substance in the eye becomes more liquid, causing it to shrink and pull away from the retina.