What is it?
Clumps in the vitreous cast shadows on the retina. They are most visible against a bright sky or white wall.
Most people stop noticing them within months. Treatment is reserved for floaters that seriously affect daily life, after a full retina check.
Symptoms
- Dots, threads, rings or cobwebs that move with eye movement
- More visible on bright backgrounds
Risk factors and causes
- Age over 50
- Short-sightedness
- After cataract surgery
- Inflammation or bleeding inside the eye
Sudden new floaters, flashes or a shadow: same day.
Call +91 98306 66650How it is diagnosed
- Dilated retina examination
- B-scan if needed
Treatment options
Reassurance and review
Most common.
Vitrectomy
Rarely, for severe, persistent floaters; carries surgical risks.
Eye floaters treatment cost in Kolkata
A retina consultation costs ₹500 with us.
| Treatment / test | Our price | Typical Kolkata range |
|---|---|---|
| Retina specialist consultationper visit | ₹500 | ₹500 – ₹1,500 |
| Barrage laser for a retinal tearper eye | ₹3,000 | ₹3,000 – ₹8,000 |
| Vitrectomyper eye | from ₹22,000 – ₹25,000 | ₹40,000 – ₹1,20,000 |
Our prices are the hospital's published prices. Kolkata ranges are indicative 2026 ranges across private eye hospitals in the city. Your final cost depends on the eye, the medicine, and the gas, oil or lens used, and is given to you in writing before any procedure.
Cashless and government schemes
Retina specialists for eye floaters treatment
Dr. Subhajit Das
MBBS, DO, MS (Ophthalmology), FICO, FMRF
25+ years in medical and surgical retina, 7,500+ retinal procedures, vitreo-retina fellowship at Sankara Nethralaya (FMRF), ZEISS trained.
- Retinal detachment surgery
- Vitrectomy
- Scleral buckle
- Anti-VEGF injections
Dr. Bishwanath Dutta Chowdhury
MBBS, DO, DNB, VR Fellowship
Fellowship-trained retina surgeon at Madhyamgram for retinal detachment, diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.
- Retina & vitreous surgery
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Macular degeneration
- Uveitis
Dr. Sayantan Ghosh
MS (Ophthalmology), DNB (Ophthalmology)
Vitreo-retina surgeon with a special interest in diabetic retinopathy; 12 years in ophthalmology; 4.5★ from 101 Google reviews.
- Vitreo-retina surgery
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Retinal detachment
- Anti-VEGF injections
Dr. Subijoy Sinha
MBBS, MD
Retina and vitreous specialist for diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration and medical retina at Madhyamgram.
- Medical retina
- Retina & vitreous
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Macular degeneration
Dr. Swarup Pathak
MBBS, MS
Retina and vitreous specialist at Madhyamgram, also seeing uveitis, neuro-ophthalmology and squint.
- Medical retina
- Retina & vitreous
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Macular degeneration
Dr. Zeenat Shah
MBBS (Cal), DO (Cal)
Retina and vitreous specialist at Chinar Park for diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration.
- Medical retina
- Retina & vitreous
- Diabetic retinopathy
- Macular degeneration
Frequently asked questions
Do floaters go away?
They usually become less noticeable over months.
Can floaters be removed?
Yes by vitrectomy in severe cases, but it is not routine.
Related
Written by the retina team at Spectra Eye Hospital. Last updated 22 October 2026. This page explains common situations and is not a substitute for an eye examination.