Can Workplace Allergens Cause Eye Diseases? Insights for Protection
Can allergens in the workplace cause eye diseases? Hello, Doctor: I have previously undergone laser treatment for retinal tears caused by retinal thinning in both eyes. I also have floaters and allergic conjunctivitis. Due to my work, I am exposed to food dust such as pepper powd...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Hello, Ms. Xiao: Long-term exposure to allergens and irritants typically causes discomfort on the surface of the eye, but it does not usually lead to pathological changes. If the allergens can be eliminated, it will generally help improve the comfort of the eyes. Dr. He Jianxian,...[Read More] Can Workplace Allergens Cause Eye Diseases? Insights for Protection
Understanding Eye Pressure: Common Concerns and Expert Answers
I would like to inquire about issues related to intraocular pressure? Hello, doctor. May I ask a few questions regarding intraocular pressure? 1. If I sleep face down without using my eyes, just resting my forehead on my hands, will this cause an increase in intraocular pressur...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Dear Mr. Andy, 1. Sleeping on your stomach can theoretically cause a slight increase in intraocular pressure, but for it to pose a real threat, it must be accompanied by structural characteristics (such as a narrow anterior chamber angle). 2. Even if you are not directly pressin...[Read More] Understanding Eye Pressure: Common Concerns and Expert Answers
How to Determine If Your Conjunctivitis Is Healing: Eye Drops Guidance
How is it determined that conjunctivitis has resolved? When should the eye drops be discontinued? After two follow-up visits to the ophthalmologist and one change of eye drops? One day, I suddenly felt very tired in my eyes and uncomfortable. I kept wanting to close my eyes and r...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Dear Miss Lin, Since I have not examined your eyes in person, I am unsure of your actual condition. The eye drops you are using can indeed cause temporary blurred vision. If your symptoms have improved, discontinuing their use is also a viable option. Sincerely, Director He...[Read More] How to Determine If Your Conjunctivitis Is Healing: Eye Drops Guidance
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Risks and Benefits for Aging Eyes
Retinal laser treatment Doctor, my mother is about 63 years old. A few years ago, she had retinal tears in her left eye for two consecutive years, with one occurrence each year. At that time, she underwent laser treatment for stabilization. Recently, during a hospital check-up, t...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Dear Ms. Elaine: Laser treatment can indeed cause changes in the retina at the site of application; however, the likelihood of scarring and traction that you mentioned is very low. As for retinal thinning, there can be varying degrees. If there is a suspicion of potential retin...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Risks and Benefits for Aging Eyes
Understanding Yellow Tint in Right Eye After Retina Laser Treatment
The right eye perceives light as yellowish? Hello Doctor: I just had retinal laser treatment on Wednesday night. I would like to ask if a dilated fundus examination can determine why one eye (the right eye) appears yellow?
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Hello Ms. Chi: It is possible to experience temporary changes in color perception after undergoing laser treatment or dilation examination, but it usually returns to normal within a few minutes and is unlikely to persist. Dr. He Jianxian, Ophthalmology Department, Nantou Hospital...[Read More] Understanding Yellow Tint in Right Eye After Retina Laser Treatment
Understanding Eye Flashes: Causes and When to Seek Help
Flashes of light in the eyes? Hello, doctor. Yesterday, after waking up from a nap at school, I noticed that my surroundings were flashing like a broken light bulb. A few days ago, I had a dilated fundus examination, and everything was fine. Could this be caused by pressure on my...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Hello, it's not convenient to disclose. Temporary pressure on the eyes followed by release can indeed lead to such conditions. Generally, the likelihood of developing sequelae is low, unless the pressure is excessively severe. It is advisable to be more cautious when sleepin...[Read More] Understanding Eye Flashes: Causes and When to Seek Help
Post-Surgery Vision Blurriness and Eye Indentation Concerns
Postoperative blurred vision and sunken eyes? On November 27, I underwent surgery for a retinal detachment in my left eye, which included scleral buckle, vitrectomy, retinal laser treatment, and intraocular gas tamponade. After resting at home for a month, I returned for a follow...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Hello Miss Chen: Typically, for such a complex surgery, it is necessary to allow more time for recovery, which could take as long as six months. As for the cause of the eye socket depression, I am not very clear on that. Generally, this condition occurs after multiple surgeries o...[Read More] Post-Surgery Vision Blurriness and Eye Indentation Concerns
Understanding Early Cataracts: Symptoms, Causes, and Management
There is cataract at the edge of the right eye? I had not undergone a thorough eye examination before, so I arranged for a dilated eye exam today. The doctor mentioned that there are signs of cataracts starting in my right eye (which was a bit shocking), while my left eye is norm...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Hello Miss Liu: 1. The condition caused by cataracts can vary from person to person and is not uniform. 2. Cataracts are a form of protein degeneration and are generally not reversible. To date, there have been no documented cases of reversal. Director He Jianxian, Ophthalmology ...[Read More] Understanding Early Cataracts: Symptoms, Causes, and Management
Post-Vitreous Surgery Concerns: Understanding Silicone Oil Complications
Postoperative Issues After Vitrectomy Hello, doctor. I have diabetic proliferative retinopathy and retinal detachment, and I just underwent vitrectomy. Silicone oil has been in both of my eyes for about 10 months and has not yet been removed. I would like to ask: 1) What is the t...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Dear Mr. Tsai: The duration of silicone oil emulsification varies from person to person. Typically, if emulsification is observed, it should be removed promptly to prevent complications. Reports indicate that the rate of re-detachment after removal ranges from 10% to 40%, while...[Read More] Post-Vitreous Surgery Concerns: Understanding Silicone Oil Complications
Understanding Temporary Strabismus After Retinal Detachment Surgery
Excision of the detachment body combined with scleral buckle surgery? After undergoing surgery for retinal detachment, I noticed that my right eye has developed exophoria post-operation. How long might this temporary strabismus last? Is there a possibility that it may not recover...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Hello Miss Sudden Surprise: In theory, there should be no exotropia after the surgery. If it occurs, we can only observe it for now and see if it resolves within 2-3 months. Dr. He Jianxian, Ophthalmology Department, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Understanding Temporary Strabismus After Retinal Detachment Surgery
Bright Light Balls Around Eyes After Silicone Oil Removal: Causes and Concerns
After the removal of silicone oil, I see a bright light sphere moving around my eyes every time I open and close them? Hello Director, last year during the Lunar New Year, I experienced a retinal detachment in the emergency department due to multiple tears. Less than two months p...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Hello Ms. Jan: I am unable to answer this question as I do not perform retinal surgeries and have not heard any patients describe similar issues. You may want to consult with the physician who performed your surgery, Dr. He Jianxian from the Ophthalmology Department at Nantou Hos...[Read More] Bright Light Balls Around Eyes After Silicone Oil Removal: Causes and Concerns
Persistent Blurriness After Uveitis Treatment: Seeking Solutions
Blurred vision persists after treatment for iritis? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my condition. On January 5th, I was diagnosed with conjunctivitis in my right eye. On January 13th, due to worsening blurred vision, I consulted another ophthalmologist who confirmed it as...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Hello Ms. Kelly: The follow-up appointment has been confirmed, and the attending physician will arrange the relevant examinations based on the in-person consultation. Director He Jianxian, Ophthalmology Department, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Persistent Blurriness After Uveitis Treatment: Seeking Solutions
Seeing White as Pink: Understanding Visual Disturbances in Teens
The white turns pink? Hello, doctor. I am 15 years old, and recently when I look at white objects, they appear pink, especially when I look at the sky, which almost looks entirely pink. I have a history of floaters and double vision. Could this be related?
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Hello Mr. M: I have not encountered the phenomenon of white turning pink in clinical practice. As for floaters and diplopia, they theoretically should not affect color perception. Director He Jianxian, Ophthalmology Department, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Seeing White as Pink: Understanding Visual Disturbances in Teens
Understanding Conjunctivitis Discharge: When to Worry About Color Changes
Conjunctivitis discharge Hello doctor, I recently experienced sudden redness and swelling in my eyes and went to see an ophthalmologist, who diagnosed me with bacterial conjunctivitis. For the past few days, I have been experiencing discharge that appears yellow when wiped with t...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Hello Ms. Chen: If there is bleeding, it is likely due to superficial microvascular hemorrhage on the surface of the eyeball, rather than intraocular bleeding. The cause may be that you wiped too vigorously, resulting in slight rupture of the superficial microvessels, which shoul...[Read More] Understanding Conjunctivitis Discharge: When to Worry About Color Changes
Understanding Proliferative Retinopathy: Key Questions and Answers
Proliferative Retinal Disease Hello, Director. I have developed proliferative retinopathy and retinal detachment in both eyes due to diabetes. I underwent vitrectomy in March and April of last year, and silicone oil was injected into both eyes, which has not yet been removed. I w...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Dear Mr. Tsai, 1. Whether vision will return to pre-operative levels after silicone oil removal depends on the post-operative condition. If the retina does not undergo subsequent changes (such as detachment) due to the removal of silicone oil, we can optimistically expect correc...[Read More] Understanding Proliferative Retinopathy: Key Questions and Answers
Understanding Post-Cataract Surgery Halo Effects and Solutions
After cataract surgery, a halo effect appears in front of the eyes? Hello, Doctor. I am 59 years old and have had high myopia. I underwent laser surgery for myopia over ten years ago. On December 14, 2023, I had phacoemulsification surgery for cataracts in my left eye, where a no...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Hello Mr. Lee: 1. I have not used this brand of intraocular lens, and none of my patients who have undergone surgery have reported similar issues, so I cannot determine the source of the halo you are seeing. 3. If you wish to replace the implanted intraocular lens, it should not ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Cataract Surgery Halo Effects and Solutions
Understanding Lazy Eye: Causes and Concerns for Your Teen
Suspected amblyopia? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my 15-year-old son. Recently, he mentioned that he has noticed that one of his eyes seems to lack strength and feels like it is "drooping" when he is in a relaxed state, but he does not experience this sympto...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Dear Mr. Zhang Yicheng, The medical term for "lazy eye" is amblyopia. If your child has amblyopia, it should have been detected at a young age, not at this point. A more likely scenario is the presence of latent strabismus, where the eyes may deviate and appear unfocus...[Read More] Understanding Lazy Eye: Causes and Concerns for Your Teen
Understanding Sudden Black Flashes in Vision: Causes and Concerns
Sudden appearance of black spots in the vision? Hello Doctor, I have high myopia with prescriptions of -8.75 and -9.25. In 2010, I visited an ophthalmologist due to experiencing flashes of light, eye discomfort, and severe headaches. The ophthalmologist diagnosed me with migraine...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Hello Ms. Fu: Based on your description, your condition seems to differ from that of a vascular thromboembolic event. This situation involves a sudden complete blackout that may return to normal after a few seconds. It is difficult to determine the cause of your symptoms, and I h...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Black Flashes in Vision: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Post-Cataract Surgery Vision Issues: Causes and Solutions
Post-cataract surgery Hello Doctor, my colleague originally had a retinal detachment, which was later diagnosed as cataracts. They underwent cataract surgery six months ago and received a premium intraocular lens. Currently, they can see reflections from transparent plastic bags ...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Hello Ms. Rita: The reflective condition may be related to the lens, which might be difficult to improve. As for the inability to see in a dark room, it could be due to damage to some photoreceptor cells after retinal detachment, which is also challenging to address. Director He ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Cataract Surgery Vision Issues: Causes and Solutions
Can You Fly with a Blister on Your Child's Eye?
Can I fly with blisters on my eyes? The child previously sustained an eye injury, resulting in a large transparent blister on the eyelid that hasn't resolved. The doctor advised to just monitor it, and it has been observed for six months without affecting vision. Will the bl...
Dr. He Jianxian reply Ophthalmology
Hello Mr. Ja: In this situation, there generally shouldn't be any issues, and you can feel confident about traveling. Director He Jianxian, Ophthalmology Department, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Can You Fly with a Blister on Your Child's Eye?