Understanding Unusual Vision Symptoms: Seeking Answers for Eye Discomfort
Hello, doctor. Everything I see with my eyes looks strange? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my eyes. My right eye is -190 degrees and my left eye is 0 degrees, but I feel that when I look at objects within about 150 centimeters with my left eye, they appear unclear, simil...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello! Please check your actual prescription for proper correction and also undergo a visual field test to assess your light sensitivity. It is advisable to visit a major hospital's ophthalmology department for examination. Don't worry too much, as anxiety won't so...[Read More] Understanding Unusual Vision Symptoms: Seeking Answers for Eye Discomfort
Understanding Sudden Eye Focus Issues: Causes and Solutions
Eye focusing issues Hello Doctor: One day when I woke up, I suddenly experienced a visual disturbance in both eyes that resembled the double vision seen in strabismus. No matter how much I blinked or rubbed my eyes, the condition persisted for about five minutes before returning ...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello! The muscles have not yet awakened, which may be in an external oblique, internal oblique, or neutral position, and is unrelated to dry eye syndrome.[Read More] Understanding Sudden Eye Focus Issues: Causes and Solutions
Restoring Confidence: Addressing Eye Asymmetry and Vision Issues
Unequal pupil size? I have been nearsighted since I was in the second grade, and my prescription has gradually worsened. I've also started to develop bags under my eyes and dark circles, and I often feel fatigued and experience dryness. Upon waking up, I notice more eye disc...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello! The content from Guangxin is insufficient to determine a diagnosis; it is necessary to examine the patient in person. Our hospital (Hsinchu Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare) has a specialized clinic for "orbital reconstruction."[Read More] Restoring Confidence: Addressing Eye Asymmetry and Vision Issues
Understanding Dry Eye Syndrome: Symptoms, Treatment, and Getting Help
Questions about Dry Eye Syndrome Dear Director Peng: My mother-in-law has recently been experiencing severe dry eyes, burning sensations, and decreased vision. Could these symptoms indicate dry eye syndrome? What treatment options are available? Additionally, how can we schedule ...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello! The question you asked is directed to Director Peng from Chung Shan Medical University, so please redirect your inquiry to Director Peng. I apologize for the inconvenience! Thank you![Read More] Understanding Dry Eye Syndrome: Symptoms, Treatment, and Getting Help
Can Cataract-Induced Amblyopia Be Inherited? Understanding the Risks
Amblyopia caused by cataracts can be hereditary? Hello, my wife's younger sister was born with cataracts and subsequently developed amblyopia, but there are no other family members with this condition. Will my child inherit amblyopia? Thank you.
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello! Due to the inability to determine a specific probability, the chances are low. Don't worry too much.[Read More] Can Cataract-Induced Amblyopia Be Inherited? Understanding the Risks
Persistent Styes in Children: Causes and Treatment Options
The stye keeps recurring? My child is currently about two and a half years old and has been experiencing styes since he was around one year and three months old. Over the past year, he has had them numerous times, affecting both the upper and lower eyelids of both eyes. Despite s...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello! This child has oily eyelids, and regular warm compresses to keep the oil glands open is the most basic approach. It's advisable to reduce the intake of fried foods and maintain a regular lifestyle. A stye is essentially a pimple on the eyelid and generally does not af...[Read More] Persistent Styes in Children: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Myopia Progression: Why Your Prescription Might Still Change After 20
Myopia Hello, doctor. I heard that once you turn 20, your prescription is less likely to change, but I don't understand why it has increased by about 200 degrees in the past few months (it's already over 1000). What should I do? I'm really worried. Thank you.
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello: 1. Is it pseudomyopia, and will the dilation drops wear off? 2. If it doesn't wear off, careful monitoring is necessary, as pseudomyopia can increase by 200 degrees in a year. Sincerely, Dr. Kemeilan, Ophthalmology.[Read More] Understanding Myopia Progression: Why Your Prescription Might Still Change After 20
Is Laser Treatment Suitable for Long Hours of Eye Strain?
Does laser treatment have any effects on prolonged eye use? Thank you! Hello, teacher. I am your student from the Yuanpei University Department of Medical Technology. I have a question I would like to ask you: Currently, I am working as a clinical laboratory technician, which req...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello: 1. The increase in astigmatism is unrelated to the use of a microscope. 2. There are many essential criteria for LASIK treatment. 3. Contact lenses (hard) should be evaluated by a physician. 4. Not necessarily. It is best to identify the rate of increase in astigmatism bef...[Read More] Is Laser Treatment Suitable for Long Hours of Eye Strain?
Understanding Pseudomyopia: Recovery Time and Treatment Questions
I would like to ask about the issue of pseudomyopia? Thank you for the doctor's response. Previously, due to excessive eye strain while preparing for graduate school exams, I went for a dilated eye examination and found that I have 75 degrees of pseudomyopia in each eye. The...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello: 1. The medication mentioned above will not reduce pseudomyopia. 2. Instilling a cycloplegic agent is sufficient. 3. If it is confirmed to be only pseudomyopia, there is no need to wear contact lenses; otherwise, it will be difficult for myopia to regress. Sincerely, Dr. Me...[Read More] Understanding Pseudomyopia: Recovery Time and Treatment Questions
Understanding Right Eye Dryness: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help
Dryness in the right eye? Hello, doctor. For the past three to four months, I have been experiencing a feeling of swelling and pressure in my right eye, along with dryness. Sometimes, I feel a heaviness in my upper eyelid that makes me reluctant to open my right eye. Additionally...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello: It seems that you are experiencing eye strain. The best approach is to avoid overexertion. Additionally, you should have your vision and intraocular pressure checked. Remember to take breaks when focusing on near objects for an extended period. Medication should only be us...[Read More] Understanding Right Eye Dryness: Symptoms, Causes, and When to Seek Help
Do Eyeglass Prescription Strengths Diminish Over Time?
The prescription of eyeglass lenses? Hello, I would like to ask if the prescription on my glasses lenses can decrease over time? Since I don't wear my glasses often, if my vision improves a bit, do I need to change the lenses?
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello: 1. The prescription of the lenses will not decrease, but your eye prescription may decrease. 2. If the prescription decreases, you will need to change your glasses. Sincerely, Dr. Mei-Lan Ke, Ophthalmology Department.[Read More] Do Eyeglass Prescription Strengths Diminish Over Time?
Is Your Child's Amblyopia Treatment on the Right Track?
Is this method of treating amblyopia correct? Dear Doctor, my child is in the fifth grade and has been diagnosed with unilateral amblyopia that has recurred. The unaided vision is 0.4 in the left eye and 0.7-0.8 in the right eye, which is not very stable and varies sometimes. The...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello: Strictly speaking, it is amblyopia (less than 1.0), but some doctors recommend correcting it with glasses before the age of 0.88 for faster training. However, if training is initiated in the fifth grade, the effectiveness may be reduced. Sincerely, Dr. Mei-Lan Ke, Chief of...[Read More] Is Your Child's Amblyopia Treatment on the Right Track?
Is NeuroVision Effective for Treating Amblyopia in Older Patients?
Is the so-called NeuroVision - e-visual neuro training method really effective? Dear Doctor, I came across NeuroVision - an electronic visual neurotraining method online, and I am wondering if it is truly effective for correcting amblyopia. I have read many reports stating that t...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello, we previously invited personnel from Nenro-Vision's Taiwan branch to give a lecture in our department. Essentially, neuro-reeducation is possible, but there is no definitive answer regarding its success. Currently, there are still few papers on this topic, and it has ...[Read More] Is NeuroVision Effective for Treating Amblyopia in Older Patients?
Understanding Mydriatic Eye Drops: Effectiveness and Usage Guidelines
Questions about eye drops? I heard from others that there is an eye drop called a mydriatic agent that can stabilize refractive error and prevent it from increasing. Is this really effective? If it is effective, can I buy it at a pharmacy on my own, or do I need to go to an ophth...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello: After the age of 18, myopia has not increased significantly. If you wish to use a treatment, you may consider 0.125% atropine, but it may cause mild photophobia. Purchasing the medication on your own theoretically violates pharmacy regulations. Sincerely, Dr. Komeilan, Oph...[Read More] Understanding Mydriatic Eye Drops: Effectiveness and Usage Guidelines
Military Service Medical Evaluation: Eye Injury and Alternative Duty
Military service physical examination issues? Hello, I am a senior student and recently received a health examination notice. I sustained an eye injury in elementary school, which caused my pupil to be stuck and unable to constrict normally. The doctor at Chang Gung Hospital prov...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello: Please first obtain the diagnosis and vision certificate from the ophthalmologist, and then bring it to the military service office. Sincerely, Dr. Mei-Lan Ke, Chief of Ophthalmology.[Read More] Military Service Medical Evaluation: Eye Injury and Alternative Duty
Understanding Heavy Eyelids: Possible Causes and Solutions
Eyelids feel very heavy? I would like to ask you: Occasionally, one of my eyelids feels very heavy, as if it cannot open, and I feel the need to use my hand to prop it open. However, others do not notice any difference in the size of my eyes. Could this be a sign of neuromuscular...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello: If it is confirmed that it is not myasthenia gravis, I think you are too tired. Get some rest and sleep well. Sincerely, Dr. Komeilan, Ophthalmology.[Read More] Understanding Heavy Eyelids: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding High Eye Pressure: Causes, Treatments, and Risks
High intraocular pressure? Before the Lunar New Year, I went to an ophthalmologist to check on my issues with eye fatigue and blurred vision. The doctor said that my intraocular pressure was too high and prescribed eye drops to lower it, instructing me to use two bottles, four ti...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello: The first eye drops prescribed are likely for lowering intraocular pressure, to be administered once or twice a day. All medications have potential side effects. Glaucoma laser surgery requires evaluation before proceeding. According to the National Health Insurance Admini...[Read More] Understanding High Eye Pressure: Causes, Treatments, and Risks
Post-LASIK Surgery: Do You Need to Wear Glasses Indoors?
Myopia surgery Hello, after undergoing laser surgery for myopia, is it necessary to wear protective goggles and sunglasses for a month, and should they be worn 24 hours a day? Do I need to wear them indoors or while watching TV or using a computer as well? Is the purpose of weari...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Hello: 1. Wear them only when going out. 2. If you do not unconsciously touch your eyes, you can also go without glasses indoors. 3. It is not related to light. Sincerely, Dr. Mei-Lan Ke, Ophthalmology Department.[Read More] Post-LASIK Surgery: Do You Need to Wear Glasses Indoors?
Understanding Amblyopia in Adults: Can Vision Deteriorate Further?
Adult amblyopia... urgent? Dear Doctor, I would like to ask... if my right eye has amblyopia and currently has a vision of less than 0.1, while my left eye has a vision of 0.3, which can improve to 0.7 with glasses (without glasses, distant vision is somewhat blurry), I want to ...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
We respectfully inform you that without an examination by a physician, it is not possible to understand the actual situation, and therefore we cannot provide an accurate answer. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Amblyopia in Adults: Can Vision Deteriorate Further?
Understanding Asymmetrical Eyes: Causes and Solutions
Eye problems I have slightly uneven eyes, but over the past few years, after wearing contact lenses, I've noticed that the asymmetry is not just in shape. My left eye appears larger and more protruding, while my right eye looks smaller and seems to be set further back in my ...
Dr. Ke Meilan reply Ophthalmology
Dear: 1. Is it true that people with smaller eyes tend to have more droopy eyelids? 2. You might want to measure using the exophthalmometry method. 3. It would be more reassuring to have an ophthalmologist examine it. Sincerely, Dr. Mei-Lan Ke, Chief of Ophthalmology[Read More] Understanding Asymmetrical Eyes: Causes and Solutions