Many patients, especially those who have had ultrasound examinations of their eyes, often ask what is going on with vitreous opacities and retrovitreous detachment. Does it cause blindness? Is it the same thing as cataract or retinal detachment?
Vitreous turbidity and posterior vitreous detachment are not the same thing as cataracts and retinal detachment, which are serious threats to vision. It is a state that develops gradually with age and generally does not affect vision and does not require special treatment. However, if there are other high-risk factors such as high myopia, diabetes, or a flashing sensation in front of the eyes, it is advisable to visit an ophthalmology specialist regularly for fundus examination to avoid delaying the detection and treatment of other eye diseases.