A sudden onset of what we call floaters can be very unsettling to experience.  Floaters can mean several things, but most of the time it is a part of normal changes to the vitreous gel that fills the eye.  In less common cases, floaters may be a result of a retinal tear or detachment.  Because of this, an evaluation by a professional is always warranted in these cases. Read this article to learn what to look out for and when it is appropriate to seek help.