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How long will floaters last?

Aaron P. Weingeist, MD
Aaron P. Weingeist, MD on behalf of American Academy of Ophthalmology's EyeSmart
Ophthalmology
Some floaters come and go, while others are visible for months or years. Most floaters will become less noticeable with time.

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