Why Do Colors Appear Distorted in My Vision?
The colors in my vision appear unusual? For example, on a BBS or CD cover, there are three rows of text: one in blue, one in red, and one in black. When I look at it, the three rows of text appear to be different heights, as if one row is raised and another is recessed. What is t...
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Subject: Rare Case. Description: Please visit the hospital for an examination to check for strabismus or retinal issues.[Read More] Why Do Colors Appear Distorted in My Vision?
Understanding Black Spots in Vision: Causes and Care Tips
The appearance of black spots in the eyes? Hello Dr. Huang, I recently noticed a small black dot in my right eye that moves with my focus. In sunlight, I see a flickering object, similar to the patterns created by oil on glass when it comes into contact with water. My myopia is -...
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Subject: Floaters. Explanation: This condition is caused by the degeneration of the vitreous body, leading to opacities that project onto the retina, resulting in the visual phenomenon you observe. It is commonly seen in the elderly, but individuals with myopia may experience vit...[Read More] Understanding Black Spots in Vision: Causes and Care Tips
Understanding Contact Lens Water Content: What You Need to Know
Contact lenses Hello Dr. Huang, Could you please tell me what the water content of contact lenses is? Some have a water content in the thirties, while others are close to forty or fifty. Is a higher water content better or worse? For individuals with drier eyes, which type of l...
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Subject: Contact Lenses. Explanation: The higher the water content, the thicker the lens, and while higher water content allows for greater oxygen permeability, thicker lenses are less conducive to oxygen transmission. Therefore, the amount of water content cannot solely determin...[Read More] Understanding Contact Lens Water Content: What You Need to Know
Understanding Vascular Proliferation from Contact Lens Use: Risks and Prevention
Vascular proliferation? Hello, Doctor! I recently read an article where a friend mentioned that he developed neovascularization around his contact lenses due to insufficient oxygen supply to his eyes. His ophthalmologist told him that the neovascularization was too severe, and he...
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Subject: Corneal Neovascularization. Explanation: Contact lenses can cause friction on the cornea and lead to corneal hypoxia, both of which can result in corneal neovascularization. If the neovascularization is severe enough to extend close to the pupil, contact lens wear should...[Read More] Understanding Vascular Proliferation from Contact Lens Use: Risks and Prevention
Understanding Temporary Vision Loss in One Eye: Causes and Next Steps
Transient monocular blindness Hello Doctor, my father-in-law is 68 years old and generally healthy. Yesterday, while cleaning the windows and doors, he suddenly felt fatigued and sat down to rest. At that moment, he noticed that he had lost vision in his right eye (when covering ...
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Subject: Transient Monocular Blindness (TIA) Explanation: The most likely cause, given the age of 68, is carotid artery occlusion. It is recommended to consult a vascular cardiologist for examination, or an ophthalmologist may also be appropriate.[Read More] Understanding Temporary Vision Loss in One Eye: Causes and Next Steps
Is Laser Eye Surgery Safe for Patients with Dry Eye Syndrome?
Dry Eye Syndrome Is laser surgery for myopia suitable for patients with dry eye syndrome?
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Subject: Dry Eye Syndrome and Laser Vision Correction Surgery. Explanation: Individuals who have undergone laser vision correction surgery may experience symptoms of dryness and a foreign body sensation due to the loss of the cornea's original smooth surface, leading to unev...[Read More] Is Laser Eye Surgery Safe for Patients with Dry Eye Syndrome?
Vision Correction Options for Middle School Students with Different Eye Grades
Vision correction I am a middle school student, with a left eye prescription of -3.75 and a right eye prescription of -2.50. Is there a chance for correction, and if so, how should I proceed?
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Subject: Myopia. Explanation: If this degree persists after dilation, it is classified as true myopia. The only effective correction method is laser eye surgery, which can only be performed after the age of twenty and once the prescription has stabilized.[Read More] Vision Correction Options for Middle School Students with Different Eye Grades
Red Eyes and Hypertension: Understanding the Risks and Concerns
Bloodshot eyes? I have hypertension and have been taking antihypertensive medication for three years. However, for many years, I have suspected that the numerous blood vessels in the whites of my eyes are related to my high blood pressure. If left untreated, will this cause any i...
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Subject: Hypertension and Glaucoma. Explanation: Patients with hypertension have a higher prevalence of glaucoma compared to the general population, while there is less association with retinal detachment. It is recommended that you undergo an eye pressure and optic nerve examina...[Read More] Red Eyes and Hypertension: Understanding the Risks and Concerns
Are Contact Lenses Suitable for Growing Middle School Students?
Contact lenses I am a developing middle school student and would like to ask if it is suitable for me to wear contact lenses during my growth period?
Dr. Huang Bozhen reply Ophthalmology
Subject: Myopia. Explanation: As long as you take good care of your contact lenses, you can certainly wear them, which means maintaining proper cleaning of the lenses and having regular follow-up examinations with your ophthalmologist.[Read More] Are Contact Lenses Suitable for Growing Middle School Students?
Understanding Persistent Eye Issues After Cataract Surgery: Causes and Solutions
Inquire about symptoms? Hello, my mother has been suffering from eye issues for a long time. She has seen many doctors who all said there was no problem, and she has been using punctal plugs and eye drops. She underwent cataract surgery two to three years ago, and now her eyes fr...
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Subject: Tear Duct Obstruction. Description: Mild tear duct obstruction may be tolerable, but complete obstruction can lead to excessive tearing throughout the day. In such cases, surgery is required to open the tear duct, allowing tears to flow normally into the nasopharynx. Reg...[Read More] Understanding Persistent Eye Issues After Cataract Surgery: Causes and Solutions
Exploring Dry Eye Treatment Options and LASIK Risks for Patients
Dry eye syndrome and Laisk? The doctor diagnosed me with dry eye syndrome but only prescribed lubricating eye drops. Are there more aggressive treatment options available? Can dry eye syndrome be treated with LASIK? What risks should I consider? Although I am nearly forty and the...
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Subject: Dry Eye Syndrome. Description: Dry eye syndrome is generally treated with artificial tears or ointments. In more severe cases, punctal occlusion may be performed, and in the most severe cases, eyelid suturing may be necessary. Regarding LASIK, there is a risk of damaging...[Read More] Exploring Dry Eye Treatment Options and LASIK Risks for Patients
Managing Eye Stones: Should You Remove Them or Leave Them Alone?
Eye stone I have a lot of stones in my right eye, but none in my left eye. Doctor A wants to remove them with a needle, while Doctor B says it's harmless and that it could cause a wound. What should I do?
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Subject: Conjunctival Stone. Description: The stone causes a foreign body sensation in the eye and should be removed with a needle; if there are no symptoms, observation is sufficient.[Read More] Managing Eye Stones: Should You Remove Them or Leave Them Alone?
Understanding Strabismus in Children: Treatment, Surgery, and Recovery
Strabismus in children My son is 7 years old today. He was recently diagnosed with congenital strabismus. I consulted two ophthalmologists, and they had different opinions. 1. Is there a critical period for treating strabismus? 2. What are the potential complications of surgery? ...
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Subject: Strabismus. Explanation: We are pleased that your child does not have associated amblyopia; as long as the surgery is successful, recurrence is generally uncommon. The most common sequelae are residual strabismus due to insufficient correction. Additionally, the occurren...[Read More] Understanding Strabismus in Children: Treatment, Surgery, and Recovery
How to Handle Eye Injuries in Sports: A Nurse's Guide
Ocular trauma Hello, as a nursing professional, I recently participated in an exam and have not yet found the answers. Could you please assist me with a professional clarification? A student was accidentally hit in the eye by a ball while playing and has bleeding, and they came t...
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Subject: Ocular Trauma with Hemorrhage. Explanation: The patient should be instructed to open their eyes for a visual acuity assessment. If vision is good, the prognosis is likely favorable; however, if vision is poor and accompanied by hemorrhage, there is a significant concern ...[Read More] How to Handle Eye Injuries in Sports: A Nurse's Guide
Does Watching Movies on a Projector Increase Myopia Risk?
Will I develop myopia? Hello, I would like to ask, my family originally watched programs on a television, but now we have switched to using a projector to display on a screen. Will this increase the risk of eye injury or nearsightedness? If so, how does it differ from watching te...
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Subject: Explanation of Myopia: At 29 years old, past puberty, it is theoretically less likely for myopia to increase unless there is prolonged near work, which could potentially lead to an increase in prescription. As for television screens, they should be clear, and one should ...[Read More] Does Watching Movies on a Projector Increase Myopia Risk?
Managing Tear Sac Inflammation After Eye Surgery: Solutions and Tips
Dacryocystitis I injured my right eye when I was 2 years old, and I had my right eyeball removed at the age of 13. In 1994, I received a coral prosthesis. Since then, I have experienced excessive eye discharge, to the point where I cannot open my eyes upon waking. I have consulte...
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Subject: Ocular Prosthesis Infection. Description: It is recommended to perform a bacterial culture and then administer appropriate antibiotic eye drops based on the report.[Read More] Managing Tear Sac Inflammation After Eye Surgery: Solutions and Tips
Understanding Conjunctivitis in Children: Symptoms, Treatment, and Care
Childhood trachoma My daughter is two years old. Recently, I noticed that her lower eyelids were swollen, and while she was sleeping, I checked and found small transparent particles scattered on her lower eyelids. We went to see an ophthalmologist, who diagnosed her with conjunct...
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Subject: Trachoma. Description: Trachoma is transmitted by houseflies, thus it is prevalent in poor sanitary environments, particularly in coastal areas where residents often live with fish and shrimp, attracting large numbers of flies. This makes them particularly susceptible to...[Read More] Understanding Conjunctivitis in Children: Symptoms, Treatment, and Care
Understanding Presbyopia: Why My Nearsightedness is Worsening at 47
Presbyopia Dr. Huang: Hello! I am 47 years old and have a myopia of -6.50 diopters. Recently, I have noticed that my vision has worsened, and I can only see the television clearly from a close distance. I temporarily borrowed my family member's glasses with a prescription of...
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Subject: Progression of Myopia in Adults. Explanation: In the past, the technology for refraction was inadequate, often resulting in corrective prescriptions that exceeded the actual degree of myopia. As individuals age, they can no longer tolerate excessive correction, leading t...[Read More] Understanding Presbyopia: Why My Nearsightedness is Worsening at 47
Can Laser Surgery Help Myopia and Strabismus in Young Adults?
Myopia and strabismus? Hello Dr. Huang, I have a friend who is 24 years old and currently has a refractive error of approximately -8.50 diopters in one eye and -9.00 diopters in the other eye. I would like to know if laser surgery is a viable option to reduce his prescription. Wi...
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Subject: Laser Surgery. Explanation: Laser surgery to reduce refractive error is feasible if the procedure is successful, as any surgery carries risks, with severe cases potentially requiring corneal transplantation. Post-surgery, it is essential to continue eye care, such as reg...[Read More] Can Laser Surgery Help Myopia and Strabismus in Young Adults?
Understanding Corneal Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Blurred vision? Hello Doctor: My condition started around mid-December when I experienced sharp pain and tearing in my right eye. I later visited an ophthalmologist who diagnosed me with a corneal ulcer. The doctor prescribed eye drops for treatment, and the pain subsided. Howeve...
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Subject: Corneal Ulcer. Explanation: A 24-year-old developed a corneal ulcer, likely caused by wearing contact lenses. If treated early, corneal ulcers can prevent the formation of corneal scars; however, most patients will have some degree of scarring upon healing. If the scar i...[Read More] Understanding Corneal Ulcers: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options