I've been dealing with eye floaters and flashes for about a year now I'm 45 and it's really bothering me. Is there any way to treat this without surgery? Do eye drops or antibiotics help with this issue? Are there home remedies that might make these floaters less noticeable?

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

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eye drops are advised ,for severe cases surgical excision is advised to the pt.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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i have squint eye and low vision how much does surgery cost and is it safe for my condition

COST depends on dr and hospital.

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My grandma is 60 and has been blind for about a year now. The doctors back home say her eyes are completely damaged naturally, but she wants to explore an eye transplant to regain her vision. Can you suggest the best hospitals in India or Bangalore for this procedure? Also, what would the approximate cost be so we can plan accordingly before bringing her to Bangalore?

ophthal opinion is advised .

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I have an 11.5 power in my glasses and I'm considering Lasik surgery is it usually a one-time procedure or are follow-ups needed? Also, what's the approximate cost and which are the best clinics in Hyderabad for this? I'm a bit nervous about the whole process and want to make sure I pick the right place.

please approach a surgeon in apollo hospital

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