Dr. Cai Wenyuan reply Ophthalmology Question - Page 28

Eye problems Sometimes at night when I go to sleep, I turn off the lights and feel a strong flashing light continuously flashing (my eyes are still open at this time). Is there a problem with this?

Diplopia treatment Hello: Recently, I was diagnosed with "left-sided fourth cranial nerve palsy," which has resulted in double vision. The expected recovery period is 3 to 6 months. Are there any more aggressive treatment options available?

Redness and bloodshot eyes? In the past two weeks, my eyes have been very prone to redness, with a blood vessel spreading around the cornea. Aside from the blood vessels, the sclera appears relatively normal, but the corners of my eyes are quite red, with a slight stinging sensat...

Post-cataract surgery hyperopia? Hello Dr. Tsai, I had cataract surgery on my right eye a month ago, using a self-funded artificial lens for myopia and astigmatism. My recovery seems normal, but my right eye's vision is only 0.4. However, wearing +1.25 reading glasses allow...

Experiencing visual disturbances? The physician indicated that there were no issues with the eyes based on previous diagnoses related to photophobia. However, this time it appears unusual with reverse rippling, and the patient has not yet had an appointment. The symptoms are inte...

Retinal issues Hello, doctor. I was just blinded by a motorcycle headlight. I was wearing glasses at the time, and after being exposed to the light, I experienced flashes in my vision that lasted about 2 to 3 minutes before completely disappearing. I had experienced this before, ...

Upon waking up in the morning, I briefly saw black flashes and branches? Hello doctor, I would like to ask about something I've been experiencing recently. When I wake up in the morning and open my eyes, I often see black branches or flashes of light, but they usually disapp...

Seeing things strangely for a short period of time? While driving, I noticed that when my vehicle was stopped, a portion of the asphalt road in front of me appeared to be slowly converging towards a point, resembling ripples. However, the distant road, the scenery on the sides, t...

Red, hot, painful eyes, prone to dryness, and experiencing light spots? Hello Doctor: Recently, my eyes have been painful, hot, and red, especially around the corners. They often feel sore and gritty, and sometimes my vision becomes blurry and foggy. I frequently see light spots,...

How long after cataract surgery can one exercise? Hello, Director Tsai. After cataract surgery, how long should one wait before engaging in general exercise (such as playing ball, swimming, running, etc.)? If someone wants to do weight training at the gym, how long should they wa...

Eye problems Hello Doctor: Recently, after using the computer or smartphone for about 20 minutes, I feel my eyes becoming dry, sore, and fatigued. Even after resting, I still experience discomfort quickly. Sometimes, I even have pain around my eye sockets. I would like to know if...

Flashes in the corner of the eye? Hello doctor, recently when I turn off the lights at night and lie in bed, I occasionally see a white light moving from top to bottom in my left eye, and the process lasts about less than a second. It also happens in the morning right after I wak...

Prescription for contact lenses? Hello, doctor. I would like to purchase colored contact lenses with prescription, but I'm unsure how to choose the correct prescription. Below are the results I measured. Could you please help me determine the appropriate prescription? Right ...

Growths in the eye? There is a small pus-filled bump near the inner corner of my eyelid that has been present for about a week. It doesn't itch or hurt, but I feel like something is touching my eyeball. Could this be a stye or something else? Do I need to see a doctor, or wi...

Dry eyes and issues with eye drops? Hello Dr. Tsai, recently I have been experiencing dryness and redness in my left eye. I went to an ophthalmologist for an examination, and both my vision and intraocular pressure were normal. The doctor mentioned that the dryness led to inflamm...

Significant difference in vision between the two eyes? Hello, doctor. I have been nearsighted for many years and currently wear glasses. Recently, during a physical examination for my driver's license, my vision was measured as 1.5 in my right eye and 0.9 in my left eye (the...

Vitreous opacities and floaters? Hello Doctor: Since I started experiencing floaters in May of last year, I have been going to a major hospital for check-ups every three months. The last examination was on January 20, where after a dilated eye exam, the doctor informed me that th...

Eye fatigue Hello, Doctor. Sometimes I feel like a light bulb is flickering even though none of them are actually broken. It only flickers briefly and doesn’t last. Could this be related to retinal degeneration? I had an examination two months ago, and the doctor said there was n...

Dr. Tsai, do I have floaters? This morning, while I was out for a walk, I noticed a very small black floaters in my right eye that seems to drift in my line of sight and doesn't disappear. I only discovered it today. After returning home and looking at a bright screen, it be...

Regarding highlights? I occasionally see some bright spots that last for about 2 to 3 seconds before disappearing (they are about the size of a dot, and then several dots appear, giving the impression that I am glowing). Sometimes I also see something resembling microorganisms fl...