Understanding Floaters: Are They Physiological or Pathological?
When looking at a white wall, there are many small dots that appear to move? Hello, doctor. Recently, when I look at the sky or a white wall, I see many small black and transparent dots in my right eye (they do not obstruct my vision). They move along with my eye movements. I wou...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: The phenomenon you described sounds very much like physiological floaters. Floaters refer to changes in the transparent substances in the eye, such as the vitreous humor, leading to the appearance of black, transparent, or other colored spots or lines that move with eye mo...[Read More] Understanding Floaters: Are They Physiological or Pathological?
Understanding Visual Discomfort: Causes and Solutions for Eye Strain
Visual discomfort Sometimes, when I can't read word by word, I feel discomfort in my body. Could you please explain what visual discomfort is?
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Visual discomfort may refer to symptoms of discomfort or unease when seeing text or images. This sensation can include headaches, eye strain, eye pain, dizziness, nausea, and anxiety. Such discomfort may be related to eye conditions, such as presbyopia, myopia, astigmatism...[Read More] Understanding Visual Discomfort: Causes and Solutions for Eye Strain
How to Address Swollen Eyelids After an Injury: Expert Insights
Eyelid injury Hello doctor, about 8 years ago, I had a laceration on one of my eyelids due to a car accident, which required stitches. As a result, that eyelid has been swollen and appears uneven compared to the other one. I remember the doctor mentioning that the subcutaneous ti...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If your eyelid has been lacerated due to a car accident, resulting in asymmetry, further evaluation and treatment may be necessary. Here are some potential methods that may help alleviate this condition: 1. Pharmacological treatment: Certain medications, such as topical co...[Read More] How to Address Swollen Eyelids After an Injury: Expert Insights
Understanding Myopia Progression Risks: Is 475 Diopters as Concerning?
Probability of Myopic Degeneration 1. Doctor, is my risk of complications similar to that of someone with -5.00 or -6.00 diopters, given that my myopia is -4.75 diopters in both eyes? 2. Is the risk of complications really high for those with -5.00 or -6.00 diopters? I've ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Your myopia is -4.75 diopters, which may have a slightly lower risk of complications compared to those with -5.00 or -6.00 diopters. However, it is still important to pay attention to your eye health, as individual factors such as the shape of the eyeball, corneal thick...[Read More] Understanding Myopia Progression Risks: Is 475 Diopters as Concerning?
Understanding Eye Flashes: Causes, Severity, and When to Seek Help
Flashes of light when closing the eyes? 1. Is the severity and brightness of flashes caused by vitreous traction directly proportional? Does stronger traction lead to more severe flashes? 2. Doctor, when I lie flat, I sometimes see thin lines of light (they are dim and not very ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. The severity and brightness of flashes caused by vitreous traction do not necessarily correlate. While generally, greater traction leads to more noticeable retinal stimulation, other factors such as light intensity and the condition of the retina also play a role. 2...[Read More] Understanding Eye Flashes: Causes, Severity, and When to Seek Help
Accidental Alcohol Spray in Eyes: Risks and What to Do Next
Alcohol splashed into the eyes? Hello Doctor: I apologize for the interruption. I sprayed alcohol on a packaged object, and after spraying, when I removed the packaging, some alcohol droplets from the plastic film accidentally splashed into my eyes. I felt a warm sensation for a ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If you accidentally get alcohol droplets in your eyes, it may cause temporary irritation and a burning sensation. It can irritate and damage the cornea and conjunctiva, leading to discomfort, redness, swelling, and inflammation. Therefore, in such cases, you should immedia...[Read More] Accidental Alcohol Spray in Eyes: Risks and What to Do Next
Can You Use Mydriatic and Cycloplegic Eye Drops Together Safely?
Mydrane and Scopolamine Hello, Doctor Gao: May I ask if it is safe to use Every Eye - Ming Point Eye Drops and Sancobat Eye Drops together? Can they be used long-term? Thank you.
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Because these two eye drops contain different ingredients, it is best to follow the instructions of your physician or pharmacist and not to mix them on your own. If you need to use both eye drops, it is recommended to space them out, for example, wait until the first eye d...[Read More] Can You Use Mydriatic and Cycloplegic Eye Drops Together Safely?
Persistent Eye Pain: When to Seek Further Medical Evaluation
Eye pain persists despite having seen a doctor? Hello, the day before yesterday, I experienced pain from the lower part of my right eye to the outer corner, especially when blinking. When I visited the ophthalmologist, the doctor pressed on my eyelid and asked if it hurt, to whic...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, you may need further examination to determine the cause of your eye pain. There are many potential causes for eye pain, including allergies, inflammation, infection, corneal injury, elevated intraocular pressure, blepharitis, and dry eye syndrome...[Read More] Persistent Eye Pain: When to Seek Further Medical Evaluation
Understanding Size Perception Differences After Cataract Surgery
Post-cataract surgery Hello Doctor: Regarding the previous question (<a href="https://adoctor.tw/article/194554">#194554</a>), I don't quite understand the statement, "After surgery, when you observe an object with only one eye, due to the differen...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Your understanding is basically correct. Therefore, when you observe an object with only one eye, the difference in prescription between the two eyes can lead to a perceived difference in the size of the object. This is because when both eyes look at the same object, a phe...[Read More] Understanding Size Perception Differences After Cataract Surgery
Understanding Eye Issues: Retinal Detachment, Flashes, and More
Eye problems Hello, doctor. I have some questions I would like to ask: 1. When a retinal tear worsens into a detachment, does the vision loss happen instantly, or does it gradually darken from the edges? 2. If I just had an eye examination last month and am now experiencing new ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Sudden retinal detachment may lead to a sudden loss of vision, while chronic detachment may begin with gradual dimming from the periphery, resulting in progressively blurred vision. 2. Yes, if new flashes of light or other visual disturbances occur, it is advisable to s...[Read More] Understanding Eye Issues: Retinal Detachment, Flashes, and More
Understanding Binocular Vision Issues: When One Eye Can't Focus
The two eyes are unable to focus, with a distance of approximately far and wide between them? One eye can focus normally at a close distance, while the other eye starts to lose focus at a farther distance. The right eye tends to drift towards the yellow lines on the road, while t...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Based on the symptoms you described, it is possible that you are experiencing strabismus, where one eye appears misaligned when looking at objects. The causes of strabismus may include ocular muscle imbalance, neurological abnormalities, or thyroid eye disease, among other...[Read More] Understanding Binocular Vision Issues: When One Eye Can't Focus
Post-Cataract Surgery: Understanding Vision Differences in Each Eye
Post-cataract surgery Hello Doctor: I have myopia of 1000 degrees in my right eye and 600 degrees in my left eye. I underwent cataract surgery in both eyes and had artificial intraocular lenses implanted, with a target of leaving 200 degrees of myopia in each eye. After the surge...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: After surgery, when you observe objects with only one eye, you may notice a difference in size due to the original refractive errors of your two eyes being different. Additionally, even if the same degree of myopia remains post-surgery, it may still affect your vision. The...[Read More] Post-Cataract Surgery: Understanding Vision Differences in Each Eye
Can Touching Your Face Transfer Bacteria to Your Eyes?
Facial issues Can bacteria attach directly to the face due to accidental contact with the hands?
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Yes, if there are bacteria on your hands and you accidentally touch your face, those bacteria can potentially transfer directly to your facial skin. Both the surface of the body and the hands can harbor a large number of bacteria, including some harmful ones such as Staphy...[Read More] Can Touching Your Face Transfer Bacteria to Your Eyes?
Frequent Eye Blinking: Should You See an Eye or Neurology Specialist?
Frequent blinking without awareness, should I see an ophthalmologist or a neurologist? Hello, Doctor. I am a 26-year-old female currently taking isotretinoin and oral contraceptives. I have also been diagnosed with floaters by a specialist. I have experienced frequent blinking si...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Based on the symptoms you described, such as frequent blinking, shivering, and the urge to rub your eyes upon waking, these may be related to various factors, including dry eye syndrome, eye fatigue, anxiety, or neurological issues. Here are some potentially helpful sugges...[Read More] Frequent Eye Blinking: Should You See an Eye or Neurology Specialist?
Post-Retinal Laser Surgery: Exercise and Screen Time Guidelines
Post-Retinal Laser Surgery Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask you a few questions: 1. It has been over three months since my retinal laser surgery. I usually do push-ups and sit-ups, about 50 repetitions each. I would like to know if this could affect or worsen my retinal tear....
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Performing push-ups and sit-ups is a form of high-intensity exercise, and its impact on retinal tears depends on individual circumstances. If your tear has completely healed and there are no other retinal issues, such exercises are generally considered safe. However, if...[Read More] Post-Retinal Laser Surgery: Exercise and Screen Time Guidelines
Understanding Unilateral Blurred Vision: Causes and Next Steps
Continuation of #194311, monocular text distortion? Hello Dr. Gao: Following up on <a href="https://adoctor.tw/article/194311">#194311</a>, I went to an ophthalmology clinic for an examination, and no issues were found. I then visited an optical store to tes...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If you have already undergone examinations at an ophthalmology clinic and an optical store but still cannot identify the issue, further evaluation may be necessary to determine the cause. You can visit an academic hospital's ophthalmology department for more comprehen...[Read More] Understanding Unilateral Blurred Vision: Causes and Next Steps
Understanding Prescription Issues for Myopia: A Guide for Patients
Prescription lens degree issues? Dear Dr. Gao, I have myopia (R: -7.75, L: -7.50) and after dilation, my measurements were (R: -7.50, L: -7.25). My dominant eye is the right one, and my current prescription for glasses is (R: -7.25, L: -7.00). Recently, I noticed that when I use...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, it seems that your left eye's vision may not be as good as your right eye's. It is normal for there to be differences in visual acuity between the two eyes, so it is not necessary for both eyes to have the same level of vision. Accordin...[Read More] Understanding Prescription Issues for Myopia: A Guide for Patients
Understanding Prescription Glasses After Dilation: Common Concerns
Eyeglass prescription issues? Hello: After undergoing dilation in the ophthalmology department, I went to the optical shop to get glasses, but the optician said that the prescription after dilation cannot be used for fitting glasses. Isn't the prescription after dilation sup...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
It is advisable for you to consult with your attending physician regarding the aforementioned issues. Thank you, and wishing you good health.[Read More] Understanding Prescription Glasses After Dilation: Common Concerns
Understanding Astigmatism in Children: A Guide for Parents
My 5-year-old child has astigmatism of over 200 degrees? Hello, Director Tsai. My 5-year-old child was found to have astigmatism during a vision examination, with uncorrected vision of 0.5 in both eyes. With glasses, the right eye is 0.8 and the left eye is 0.7. The doctor mentio...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Amblyopia should be treated as early as possible; if there are any doubts, it is advisable to seek a second opinion from another hospital or clinic.[Read More] Understanding Astigmatism in Children: A Guide for Parents
Post-Retinal Laser Surgery: Understanding Symptoms and Care
Post-retinal laser surgery Hello, doctor. I have high myopia close to 1000 degrees. Recently, I've been experiencing frequent flashes and wavy vision. I visited an ophthalmologist yesterday and found three small holes in my left eye, which were treated with laser therapy. To...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Due to your recent laser treatment, it is normal for your eyes to experience pain and redness. In the first few days following laser therapy, you may experience some discomfort, including eye pain, a stinging sensation, burning sensation, and conjunctival redness, which ty...[Read More] Post-Retinal Laser Surgery: Understanding Symptoms and Care