@Coinsreporter guess this means I’m getting older

ChatGPT: Yes, it’s generally normal to notice eye floaters more clearly when you first wake up, especially if you’re looking at a blank ceiling, a bright window, or anything with a uniform background like the sky or a white wall. When your eyes are still adjusting and there’s less external distraction, floaters—those tiny specks, threads, or cobweb-like shapes—can be more noticeable.

What causes this? • Floaters are tiny clumps of collagen inside the vitreous, the gel-like substance that fills your eye. • As you age (even starting in your 20s or 30s), the vitreous slowly liquefies and pulls away from the retina, making floaters more common. • Lying still or sleeping can allow floaters to settle, making them more obvious when you move your eyes upon waking.

When to worry: If you notice: • A sudden increase in floaters • Flashes of light • A shadow or curtain coming over part of your vision

These can be signs of retinal detachment or a retinal tear and require urgent medical attention.

If it’s just occasional floaters and you’ve had an eye exam in the last year or two, it’s usually nothing to worry about. Still, bring it up at your next eye check to be safe.