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What Does A Black Dot On The Retina Indicate?
I see a very small black dot in one eye. This eye has been progressively getting worse in vision. I can see but it s very blurry until I hold something close to my face. When I talk to anyone, the eye seems to want to drift, like it s a lazy eye. I wear readers but this little black dot has me more concerned. Could this be cataracts? My other eye is practically 20/20.
Tue, 7 Mar 2017
Hello,
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
I have read your question fully and understand your concerns.
I feel the black dot that you re describing is a scotoma – a partial loss of vision. Scotomas occur due to any nerve problems, clot in the blood vessels supplying the eye, due to increasing age etc. I would advise you to see an ophthalmologist for a thorough assessment as soon as possible.
I hope this answer has helped you.
Thank you
Regards
Dr Sunita Sayammagaru
Welcome to Healthcare Magic.
I have read your question fully and understand your concerns.
I feel the black dot that you re describing is a scotoma – a partial loss of vision. Scotomas occur due to any nerve problems, clot in the blood vessels supplying the eye, due to increasing age etc. I would advise you to see an ophthalmologist for a thorough assessment as soon as possible.
I hope this answer has helped you.
Thank you
Regards
Dr Sunita Sayammagaru
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