Sinais de Alerta com Moscas Volantes e Flashes de Luz

Have you ever seen black spots moving in your vision or flashes of light like lightning? These two symptoms — called floaters and photopsias — can be harmless or be the first sign of a serious retinal problem. In this video, I, Dr. André Simioni, an ophthalmologist specializing in retina and vitreous, explain everything you need to know to differentiate between what is common and what is an emergency. You will understand why these floaters appear, their relationship to vitreous detachment, why flashes of light indicate that the retina is being pulled, and which signs should never be ignored. MAIN POINTS YOU WILL LEARN: • What are floaters (and why each patient describes them differently: black spots, snakes, spider webs, strands of hair). • What are flashes of light (photopsias) and why they appear more at night or in dark environments. • What is vitreous detachment and why is it physiological with aging? • How the vitreous can pull on the retina and cause tears, hemorrhages, or retinal detachment. • Why the retina doesn't hurt—it responds to light. • What are the warning signs that require immediate evaluation? WHEN TO SEE AN OPHTHALMOLOGIST URGENTLY: • Sudden increase in the number of floaters. • A spot that remains fixed in one point of vision and does not move with the gaze. • Sudden loss of vision. • Frequent flashes of light or flashes that appear out of nowhere. If you have photopsias or floaters, don't delay. The essential examination is retinal mapping—be prepared, as the ophthalmologist will dilate your pupils for a complete retinal evaluation. 🔍 Related terms: floaters, flashes of light, photopsias, black spots in vision, vitreous detachment, retinal detachment, retinal tear, retinal mapping, retinologist, ophthalmological emergency. 💬 TELL ME IN THE COMMENTS: have you ever noticed floaters or flashes of light in your vision? How did they start? I will read and respond to as many as possible. #Floaters #FlashesOfLight #EyeHealth Did you like it? Follow, Like and Share! Dr. André Simione Ophthalmologist specializing in retina and vitreous CRM 153.050 | RQE 65659 Scheduling: https://ofintegrada.com.br/ https://linktr.ee/andre_simione ➤ Follow me on Instagram ➤ @andresimione ============ 🔔 Subscribe and activate the bell to receive exclusive tips on research, treatments, and symptoms of eye and vision-related diseases. ============ ⚠️ The information contained in the videos is not intended to replace consultation with a medical professional or serve as a recommendation for any treatment plan. If you have any questions, consult your doctor.