Dr. Cai Wenyuan reply Ophthalmology Question - Page 25

Conjunctival stone Hello, doctor. I wear contact lenses and occasionally help out in my family's restaurant, which involves some exposure to cooking fumes. I've heard from an eyewear provider that kitchen fumes can increase deposits or dirt on contact lenses. About two ...

Recurrent corneal erosion Hello Doctor: I underwent a corneal epithelial debridement surgery (without laser) on my right eye on March 22 and wore therapeutic contact lenses for two weeks. After removing the lenses, I consistently used artificial tears and tear film ointment daily...

Astigmatism and stye issues? Hello Doctor: A while ago, I had a stye in my eye, which has since healed. However, during my recent eye exam, I was informed that my astigmatism has increased. I have heard that astigmatism in adults typically does not increase significantly. Can hav...

Floaters issue Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing some issues lately. 1. When I look at the sky, I see small bright white lights and a dark mist that seems to be rapidly dispersing (this only happens when looking at the sky or brighter areas). I also feel like there is someth...

The issue of increasing astigmatism? Hello, Doctor. I currently wear glasses with a prescription of 50 degrees of astigmatism in my left eye and none in my right eye. However, a few days ago, I went to the hospital for an examination due to double vision and found that the astigm...

Retinal issues Hello, doctor. Can saline solution be used to wash my eyes? I have retinal degeneration; will that be too irritating? Additionally, when I turn my head to the right, I experience a kind of light and shadow sensation, but I don't have this when I turn to the le...

Myopia correction issues? Hello Dr. Tsai, Recently, I had an eye exam and my results showed that my right eye has a myopia of -6.25 diopters with astigmatism of -0.75 at 176 degrees, and my left eye has a myopia of -6.25 diopters with astigmatism of -0.75 at 4 degrees. Previousl...

Seeing double (diplopia)? Hello Doctor: I have noticed for some time that I occasionally see double images, but recently, over the past month, it has become particularly pronounced. This is especially true when looking at lights or bright objects at night; when the background is ...

Cataract surgery and issues related to binocular vision in a single eye? 1. Recently, I have developed cataracts in my right eye. Although my left eye is unaffected, I have high myopia close to -10.00 diopters, so I plan to have the right eye surgery covered by insurance and pay ...

High myopia Hello Doctor: I am highly myopic, and my recent eye examination at the ophthalmologist showed a prescription of -10.00 diopters, but the optical shop measured it as -9.00 diopters. Which measurement is more accurate? Additionally, I have regular check-ups due to my hi...

When looking at oblique angles, there is an appearance of unexplained dimness? Background: 1. I do not have myopia and do not wear glasses. Previously, I had a period where I used my phone in the dark, and afterward, I experienced ciliary muscle spasms. After being prescribed a m...

Seeing light spots in the sky during the day and experiencing flashes when blinking at night? Hello, Doctor. I have myopia over 700 degrees and dry eye syndrome. Recently, I noticed many small light spots moving around when looking at the sky, as well as some transparent floating...

Cataract lens Doctor, I am considering undergoing cataract surgery for one eye. The doctor explained the characteristics of various intraocular lenses but did not recommend any specific type, leaving the decision to us. I would like to ask about my situation: my pupil size is app...

Scattering issues Hello doctor, my son is over four years old. He was diagnosed with amblyopia last October. He has been visiting the clinic for check-ups in October, November, December, and April, during which he receives atropine eye drops; sometimes he gets them on the same da...

Can I wear contact lenses after silicone oil removal? Hello, I had silicone oil removed from my eye last month! It has been over 20 days since the removal. Can I wear contact lenses now? Also, how long will it take before I can wear glasses? Thank you! 🙏

Inwardly turned eyelashes Hello, I previously visited an ophthalmologist due to eye pain. The doctor informed me that I had an issue with ingrown eyelashes causing corneal abrasion. I have since had several ingrown eyelashes removed, but the problem persists, especially with the ...

Is there a relationship between oral contraceptives and dry eye syndrome? Hello Doctor, I am highly myopic with a prescription of -8.50 diopters and have had mild floaters. Since February, I have been experiencing dry eyes and an increase in floaters, so I went to a clinic for a ...

Retinal tear issues? Hello Doctor, I was diagnosed with a retinal tear two years ago and underwent laser treatment. Earlier this year, I noticed that the symptoms of floaters and flashes had worsened, so I went for a re-evaluation at another hospital. The doctor informed me that ...

Issues Related to Diplopia Hello Doctor, I have diplopia, which is more pronounced in my left eye. I have already visited the hospital for further examination, and the results showed no abnormalities in the optic nerve or retina, although I do have mild dry eye. I would like to a...

Postoperative recovery issues after scleral buckle surgery? Hello, Doctor. 1. I recently underwent scleral buckle surgery for a retinal detachment in the lower right quadrant of my right eye (without affecting the macula). Postoperatively, my vision in the right eye is very blu...