Is it normal to have flashes and floaters after my torn retina laser surgery?
JAN 17, 2024
Question:
I had laser treatment yesterday for a torn retina and am still experiencing flashes (smaller than before treatment). I also have some thread-like floaters this morning. Is this normal after treatment?
Answer:
Many people still have some flashes and floaters after laser for a retinal tear. The safest approach is to have your retina specialist follow you carefully to make sure that the retina is remaining stable.
This question was originally answered on Aug. 25, 2014.