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Understanding and Treating Marcus Gunn Jaw-Winking Syndrome

Marcus Gunn Jaw-Winking Syndrome Hello doctor, I have a condition of uneven eyes, so I had eyelid surgery on one eye when I was young. However, when I eat and open my mouth, that eye also moves along with it. I researched online and it seems to be related to Marcus Gunn jaw-winki...


Dr. Chen Anping reply Ophthalmology
Hello, it is recommended to consult a neurologist first. Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Persistent Foreign Body Sensation After LASIK: What to Do Next?

It has been a month since the LASIK surgery for my myopia, and I still feel a foreign body sensation? Hello Doctor: I underwent laser surgery for my myopia in mid-April, and it has now been a month since the procedure. In the first 1 to 3 days post-surgery, I experienced signific...


Dr. Chen Anping reply Ophthalmology
Ms. Ashley: Hello, what you are describing is a common post-operative condition known as dry eye syndrome, which requires long-term use of artificial tears for moisture. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Understanding Eye Pain When Lying Down: Causes and Solutions

Experiencing a sensation of pressure or pain in the eyes while lying down to sleep? Hello! I would like to ask about experiencing some swelling and pain in my eyes after crying one night. The next day, when I woke up, my eyes felt swollen and painful, and every time I lie down to...


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Ms. HAPPY: Hello, do you have high blood pressure? Based on what you said, it may be related to your blood pressure. I recommend seeing a cardiologist. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Understanding Double Vision After Retinal Laser Surgery: Causes and Recovery

Double vision after retinal laser surgery? Hello Doctor, I underwent laser treatment for my left eye's retina about two weeks ago. Since then, I have been experiencing double vision and difficulty focusing, which has affected my work. I would like to ask: 1. Can retinal lase...


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Xiao Qiu: Hello, it is recommended that you consult the physician who performed the laser procedure for the best advice. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Can Head Trauma Cause Retinal Tears or Detachment?

Head trauma Hello Doctor: If the head is struck, is it possible to have a retinal tear or detachment? Thank you, Doctor.


Dr. Chen Anping reply Ophthalmology
Hello, sir: The situation you described is unlikely, but if your vision becomes blurry, it is advisable to see an ophthalmologist for a thorough examination. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Finding the Right Glasses for High Astigmatism: A Patient's Dilemma

Orthodontic issues I have been regularly monitoring my eye issues. At a major hospital, the examination showed no significant problems, but recently I have been troubled by the need for vision correction. The ophthalmologist mentioned that there are no major diseases like catarac...


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Mr. Liu, hello. If astigmatism is too severe, it may lead to amblyopia, making it impossible to achieve a visual acuity of 1.0. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Understanding Floaters: When They Seem Abnormal in Your Vision

It looks like it could be floaters, but it's not? I am 17 years old, with a left eye prescription of -5.50 and a right eye prescription of -3.50, and I have floaters. Whenever I look at something white or at the sky, I see a lot of white lights or black dots floating around....


Dr. Chen Anping reply Ophthalmology
Hello, sir: It is normal for the symptoms of floaters to come and go; this is not unusual. It is important to learn to coexist with them. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Wrinkled Eyelids After Skin Tear: When to See a Doctor?

Eyelid laceration? Previously, my eyelid suddenly developed a tear, and now the skin has healed, but the eyelid has become very wrinkled. Sometimes my vision also becomes suddenly blurry. Should I see a doctor for this, or is there a solution?


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Dear Ms. Xin: Hello, it is recommended that you see a physician for the best care. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Understanding Cup-to-Disc Ratio: Diagnosing Optic Nerve Health

Cup-and-plate ratio issue Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask a question. Recently, I had a fundus examination at two different clinics. One doctor diagnosed me with severe optic nerve atrophy, while the other doctor suggested that I might not have optic nerve atrophy and that I m...


Dr. Chen Anping reply Ophthalmology
Hello, we recommend that you go to a major hospital for a visual field examination to clarify your condition. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Do I Need Glasses? Understanding Vision Changes and Eye Health

Eye problems Hello Dr. Chen: I had my vision checked six months ago and it was 0.7, but now I squint when watching TV and I'm worried about my eyesight. Do I need to wear glasses? I can't see the blackboard clearly at school, and I can only see it better when I squint.


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Sister Wu: Hello, it is recommended that your parents take you to an ophthalmology clinic for an evaluation by a physician. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Understanding Eye Symptoms: When to Seek Help from an Eye Specialist

Seeing objects with the eyes? 1. Due to the pandemic, I've been staying at home looking at my phone, and sometimes I notice a small dark spot that is different from the floaters I usually see; it appears briefly and then disappears (I have floaters). Should I go to an ophtha...


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Mr. Chen: Hello, based on your descriptions, symptoms 1 and 2 indicate that you have floaters; description 3 is indeed dry eye syndrome. I recommend that you take the time to visit an ophthalmology clinic for evaluation. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare ...

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Risk of Eye Infection from Patient's Cough During X-Ray

Infection risk Today, while taking intraoral X-rays of a patient, the patient suddenly coughed, and saliva splashed into my eyes. I would like to know if there is a risk of contracting any diseases. Thank you, doctor.


Dr. Chen Anping reply Ophthalmology
Ms. Lin: Hello, based on your statements above, there is no risk of infection. Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Managing Viral Conjunctivitis: Recovery Tips and Care Guidelines

Viral conjunctivitis I have been diagnosed with viral conjunctivitis in my right eye for 14 days now. The swelling has gradually decreased and my vision is recovering, but it is still somewhat blurry. I noticed a white layer of membrane on my lower eyelid, and after researching, ...


Dr. Chen Anping reply Ophthalmology
Mr. Hsiao-Chuo: Hello, pseudomembranes are products of inflammation and will disappear once the conjunctivitis is resolved; there is no need to intervene. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Persistent Stye: When to Seek Further Medical Attention?

Stye not resolving? Hello doctor, I have had a stye on my upper eyelid for over a month. I have seen three ophthalmologists, but none have been able to improve the situation. The last doctor lanced it to drain the pus, but the swelling has not gone down. A few days have passed, a...


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Ms. Huang Xiang: Hello, it is recommended that you take the time to visit the hospital for a consultation. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

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Can Traditional Chinese Medicine Help After Optic Nerve Injury from an Accident?

How can I determine if my optic nerve is severed due to damage from a car accident? Is it advisable for me to seek treatment from traditional Chinese medicine as suggested by my doctor? Due to the optic nerve injury from last month's car accident, I have completed my course ...


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Mr. Aqi: Hello, regarding your inquiry, here are the responses: 1. If there is a significant decline in vision, it indicates that the optic nerve may be damaged (and cannot be restored). 2. I am not familiar with traditional Chinese medicine, so I cannot comment on it. Hualien Ho...

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Why Do My Eyes Feel Hazy After Using Artificial Tears?

Why do my eyes feel blurry after applying artificial tears? I underwent laser vision correction surgery at the beginning of January this year, and it has been about six months since then. Recently, my vision has become blurry, and after visiting a clinic, I was diagnosed with a c...


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Dear Miss Ping: A corneal abrasion can cause various discomforts, including blurred vision (the most common symptom). It will not heal on its own, so careful treatment is necessary. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about your health.

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Chronic Granuloma: Follow-Up Visits, Heat Compresses, and Makeup Tips

If it is chronic granulomatous disease, should a follow-up appointment be scheduled after medication use? Is it necessary to consistently apply warm compresses every day? If it is a chronic granuloma, should I return for a follow-up after using the eye ointment and eye drops? Is ...


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Ms. Chang: Hello, regarding your inquiry, the responses are as follows: 1. A follow-up appointment is necessary. 2. Daily warm compresses are recommended. 3. The use of cosmetics is not advisable. 4. It will take approximately 3 months to heal. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministr...

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Post-Operative Care for Eye Surgery: Managing Swelling and Recovery

Postoperative Care for Eyelid Surgery Doctor, my daughter is 1 year old and just had surgery yesterday to remove a chalazion on her upper and lower eyelids. Why is there still swelling after the procedure? Will the swelling go down? How can I care for her post-operatively? The do...


Dr. Chen Anping reply Ophthalmology
Hello Ms. Lin: After the excision of the eye cyst, swelling may still occur due to inflammation in the surrounding tissues. You will need to take medication and apply topical ointments, and the swelling will gradually subside, so there is no need to worry. The Hualien Hospital of...

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Managing Styes: When to Seek Further Treatment After Home Care

After the stye formed pus and I applied ice packs, the doctor advised me to use warm compresses, but it still hasn't resolved? Around mid-June, I suddenly developed a growth under my eye. I thought it was similar to something I had before, so I didn't see a doctor. On J...


Dr. Chen Anping reply Ophthalmology
Hello Ms. Chen: If it develops into a chronic granuloma, it may take 2-3 months for the swelling to subside. Hualien Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, cares about your health.

[Read More] Managing Styes: When to Seek Further Treatment After Home Care


Why Is My Eye Stye Not Healing After Three Months?

It has not resolved for almost three months? Hello, I would like to ask a few questions. I started developing a stye at the beginning of February. Since then, I have been taking medication and using eye drops and ointments. Although the swelling has not returned, there is still a...


Dr. Chen Anping reply Ophthalmology
Hello Ms. Kiki: Regarding the issue you raised, it has developed into a chronic granuloma, which may take approximately 3 to 6 months to resolve. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare is concerned about your health.

[Read More] Why Is My Eye Stye Not Healing After Three Months?


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