Common Household Liquids and Their Effects on Eye Health
Liquid in contact with the eyes? Hello, I would like to ask a few questions. In daily life, various liquids may come into contact with the eyes. For example, my eyes have come into contact with shampoo, water containing laundry soap, water containing laundry detergent, water cont...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello: 1. Please rinse immediately with clean water. 2. It depends on the individual's corneal and cellular tolerance. 3. I believe that once a chemical substance enters the eye, it can still cause degeneration of the cornea and ocular tissues. Wishing you peace and health.[Read More] Common Household Liquids and Their Effects on Eye Health
Understanding Vision Problems: Astigmatism and Retinal Holes Explained
Vision problems Hello, doctor. 1. I would like to ask about my previous glasses. One of the lenses has started to cause light sources, such as desk lamps, car headlights, and streetlights, to appear scattered and blurry when I wear them. However, with my new glasses, this issue...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello: 1. The prescription for your glasses is insufficient for your myopia. 2. It is only a partial fixation. If you have high myopia, intense exercise is not advisable. Regular check-ups are important; you will not go blind, so there is no need to worry. Wishing you peace and h...[Read More] Understanding Vision Problems: Astigmatism and Retinal Holes Explained
What Causes Yellow Spots on the Sclera of the Eye?
Sclera Doctor, I have a yellow spot on the white part of my eye, located slightly next to the eyeball. What could that be?
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello, Mr. Xiao: What you mentioned is called "pinguecula." It is a type of degenerative tissue of the conjunctiva located on either side of the cornea (the black part of the eye). It is a benign tissue that may slightly enlarge and become yellow with age. Wishing you p...[Read More] What Causes Yellow Spots on the Sclera of the Eye?
Understanding Retinal Holes: Concerns for Military Service and Eye Health
Retinal tear Hello doctor, I would like to ask about my issue with retinal tears. I am currently serving in the military, and I am very concerned about my condition! Isn't it said that people with retinal tears should avoid strenuous activities? I can't do things like r...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello: The purpose of laser treatment for a retinal tear is to bond the area around the tear, preventing liquefied vitreous from flowing under the retina, which could lead to retinal detachment. The medical goal is to maintain quality of life; as long as the area treated by the l...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Holes: Concerns for Military Service and Eye Health
Understanding Right Eye Vision Decline: Causes and Next Steps
Deterioration of vision in the right eye? Dear Dr. Hu, Following a strong recommendation from Dr. Zhang Renxiang in Zhubei, I am about to schedule a retinal examination for my right eye at the provincial hospital. Currently, the condition of my right eye is as follows: 1. Visu...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Dear Mr. Wooger, If you accept Dr. Chang's suggestion, you may call our ophthalmology outpatient department at (03) 532-6151-2405 to inquire about the availability of the physician you wish to see. Once an appointment is arranged, please arrive on time. The examination will...[Read More] Understanding Right Eye Vision Decline: Causes and Next Steps
Understanding Floaters and Flash Phenomena: Eye Examination Insights
Floaters and examination instruments inquiry? Hello, Dr. Hu: I previously experienced many spots in my eyes and occasionally noticed flashes of light. After several examinations, there were no holes found in the retina. Two days ago, while in a conference hall, I suddenly saw a l...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello, Mr. Winnie: The instruments you mentioned are different methods for examining the fundus, but their purpose is the same. Floaters are subjective sensations caused by vitreous opacities, and physicians can use the aforementioned methods to detect more significant vitreous o...[Read More] Understanding Floaters and Flash Phenomena: Eye Examination Insights
Do Children with 1.0 Vision Need Dilating Drops for Eye Health?
With unaided vision of 1.0 in both eyes, is it necessary to use a mydriatic agent to adjust vision? A second-grade student did not pass the vision screening at school (the child said they were not used to the testing method) and was taken to an ophthalmology clinic for a re-exami...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello! A visual acuity of 1.0 is considered normal, but your refraction results at the clinic indicate a myopia of 100 degrees. If, after cycloplegia (dilation of the ciliary muscle), your myopia measurement returns to zero, it may signify two possibilities: (1) There is pseudomy...[Read More] Do Children with 1.0 Vision Need Dilating Drops for Eye Health?
Stye or Chalazion: Understanding Your Eyelid Pain and Symptoms
Is it a stye or a chalazion? Hello, doctor. On July 12, while washing my face, I suddenly felt pain in my left lower eyelid, like a stye! During that time, I often noticed a small amount of discharge in the mornings. A few days later, I visited an ophthalmology clinic, and the do...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello! A stye is a localized inflammation caused by an acute infection of the oil-secreting glands, specifically the Zeis glands or Meibomian glands. The former is referred to as an external stye, while the latter is known as an internal stye. A chalazion, on the other hand, is a...[Read More] Stye or Chalazion: Understanding Your Eyelid Pain and Symptoms
Accidental Eye Exposure to Toilet Cleaner: What to Do Next?
Eye exposure to cleaning agents? If a small drop of toilet cleaner splashed into your eye while rinsing the bathroom with water after using the cleaner, and you did not feel any immediate discomfort at the moment, it is still important to take precautions. You mentioned rinsing y...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello! When the eyes are exposed to acidic or alkaline substances, the first principle of treatment is to rinse with saline solution. If saline solution is not available, clean water can also be used for rinsing. For conservative assessment and cautious management, if discomfort ...[Read More] Accidental Eye Exposure to Toilet Cleaner: What to Do Next?
Why Wearing Glasses Might Make Your Vision Worse Over Time
Wearing glasses frequently leads to increasingly poor vision? Hello, doctor. I used to think I only had mild myopia of over 100 degrees because I could see relatively well, so I never got glasses. However, one day I decided to get glasses, and my prescription was measured at 175 ...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello Mr. K! The correct prescription for your glasses will not worsen the blurriness of your vision when not wearing them. The situation you are experiencing may be due to the following reasons: 1. An overly strong prescription may cause your eyes to strain excessively, leading ...[Read More] Why Wearing Glasses Might Make Your Vision Worse Over Time
Understanding Subconjunctival Hemorrhage: Symptoms and Recovery After Eye Injury
Ocular hemorrhage Yesterday, I was hit by a baseball near the corner of my eye. It swelled up immediately, but the swelling is only on my eyelid. I have done some ice packs and then switched to warm compresses. Currently, the situation is as follows: 1. Bruising on the eyelid 2. ...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello Mr. Andy! 1. For eyelid bruising, you can apply ice packs for the first 48 hours to relieve pain and reduce swelling. After 72 hours, you can switch to warm compresses to promote blood circulation and expedite the reduction of swelling. 2. The bleeding in the eye is lik...[Read More] Understanding Subconjunctival Hemorrhage: Symptoms and Recovery After Eye Injury
Persistent Eye Pain and Sensitivity: When to Seek Further Medical Attention
I'm sorry, but I need more context or content to provide Hello, I recently noticed that if the light is too bright, my eyes feel painful. If it's strong sunlight, I even tear up. Last week, I went to the hospital because I had some eye discomfort. The doctor informed me...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello, Miss New Life! The discomfort you mentioned caused by light is known as "photophobia." There are many potential causes for photophobia, and it is important to rule out other possibilities. If the physician determines that the cause is related to the surface of th...[Read More] Persistent Eye Pain and Sensitivity: When to Seek Further Medical Attention
Understanding Refractive Errors: Impact on Driving Safety
Refractive errors are vision problems that occur when the shape of the eye prevents light from focusing directly on the retina. Common types of refractive errors include myopia (nearsightedness), hyperopia (farsightedness), astigmatism, and presbyopia. Whether a person with ref...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello Mr. Zhu! "Refractive error" is a collective term for hyperopia, myopia, and astigmatism. Therefore, you may simply have hyperopia, myopia, or astigmatism, or a combination of hyperopia with astigmatism, or myopia with astigmatism. If your eyes have never been inju...[Read More] Understanding Refractive Errors: Impact on Driving Safety
Does Wearing Glasses All the Time Worsen My Myopia?
Will wearing glasses for nearsightedness worsen the condition? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if wearing glasses continuously can worsen my myopia. If I have myopia of 200 degrees and my glasses are also prescribed for 200 degrees, will my myopia continue to worsen if I wear ...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello Mr. KK! Wearing glasses does not increase myopia; poor visual habits are the main cause. Generally, for mild to moderate myopia (defined as not exceeding -6.00 diopters), the degree does not increase after adulthood. We recommend wearing appropriately prescribed glasses. Wi...[Read More] Does Wearing Glasses All the Time Worsen My Myopia?
Understanding Floaters: Causes, Risks, and Vision Impact at 42
What is floaters syndrome? Hello, doctor. I am 42 years old and have been experiencing floaters for 10 years. Could you please explain why people develop this eye condition? Will this symptom affect the retina, and as I age, will it lead to a decline in eye function and potential...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello, Miss Sanday! You mentioned that you have had floaters for 10 years and are concerned about their impact on the retina and the relationship with myopia and presbyopia. Floaters occur due to vitreous opacities. Generally, if floaters have been present for more than six month...[Read More] Understanding Floaters: Causes, Risks, and Vision Impact at 42
Managing High Myopia: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment Options
High myopia Hello Doctor: I am a person with high myopia, and currently, both of my eyes have a prescription of over 1000 degrees. Isn't it true that after reaching a certain age, the increase in prescription typically slows down? However, my prescription has been increasing...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello, Ms. Jiun! Some patients with high myopia may experience an increase in their myopic degree even after puberty. The use of cycloplegic agents (ciliary muscle relaxants) is one of the control methods that can be considered. Neither soft nor rigid contact lenses can prevent t...[Read More] Managing High Myopia: Causes, Prevention, and Treatment Options
Does Blinking Harm Your Eyes? Exploring Risks for Eye Health
Can blinking harm the eyes? Is it suitable to use a single-lens reflex (SLR) camera for a condition where the central part of the retina degenerates due to a lack of nutrients? Since using an SLR camera requires applying pressure on one eyelid to close one eye while taking a phot...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello Mr. A-Jie! The pressure on your eyelids does not cause harm to your eyes. However, the "degenerative changes in the central retina due to lack of nutrients" you mentioned actually encompass a variety of diseases. Some may not continue to degenerate, while others c...[Read More] Does Blinking Harm Your Eyes? Exploring Risks for Eye Health
Is There No Effective Treatment for Post-Trauma Eye Discomfort?
There really is no treatment option? I have been experiencing discomfort in my left eye for over two years since a car accident. I have seen several ophthalmologists and neurologists multiple times, and after evaluations including CT scans and X-rays, the conclusion was that my p...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello Mr. Ah Hong! Based on your description, it is likely that the symptoms of photophobia you are experiencing are due to poor pupillary response from a traumatic injury to your left eye. You have tried medication treatment, but the results have not been satisfactory. It may be...[Read More] Is There No Effective Treatment for Post-Trauma Eye Discomfort?
Understanding Retinitis Pigmentosa and Its Impact on Night Blindness
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate. Please I have had my eyes examined at two hospitals. The first diagnosis was: retinitis pigmentosa. Is this related to night blindness? The second diagnosis mentioned yellow spots, but I don't know how to translate th...
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Hello, Mr. Hedgehog! Pigmentary retinopathy can indeed cause night blindness. The "yellow spots" you mentioned, if referring to normal anatomy, likely refer to the "macula." This specifically pertains to the part of the retina responsible for central vision. I...[Read More] Understanding Retinitis Pigmentosa and Its Impact on Night Blindness
Understanding the Differences Between Pigmentary Retinopathy and Retinal Pigment Deposits
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate. Please Is there a difference between pigmentary retinopathy and retinal pigment epithelium (RPE) deposits? How do they occur?
Dr. Hu Yusheng reply Ophthalmology
Dear Mr. Hedgehog, Dr. Hu is on vacation abroad, and I will respond on his behalf. The former refers to pigmentary retinal degeneration, which is a progressive degeneration that leads to a decline in vision. The latter is simply pigmentary accumulation, which is more localized; i...[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between Pigmentary Retinopathy and Retinal Pigment Deposits