r/Millennials • u/squabbleknob • 23h ago

Discussion Raise your hand if you've gotten your first eye floater

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I've got my first. Barely into my 40s, but there it is. 😮‍💨 Here's to many more to come, I imainge.

Edit: Honestly did not know how common these were for younger people. 🤯

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u/felisnebulosa 23h ago

This is my first time learning everyone doesn't have them all the time?

(I mean I know my eyes are fucked but I didn't think this was part of it)

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u/Ilikep0tatoes 23h ago

they are normal.

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u/gossamerandgold 22h ago

If it helps my eyes aren’t fucked (contact rx -0.25/-0.50) and I have had a few floaters for at least 20 years (38) 😖