Understanding Amblyopia: Causes, Treatment Options, and Eyewear Choices
Amblyopia My brother is already 18 years old this year. Previously, we mistakenly thought he was nearsighted, so we didn't pay much attention. Recently, when I wanted to take him to get glasses, the optometrist informed us that he has amblyopia... and can only be corrected t...
Dr. Liang Ce reply Ophthalmology
Young people can only correct their vision to 0.3, and if they had poor eyesight in childhood, the most common causes are hyperopia or astigmatism. Of course, there are other reasons as well, such as congenital cataracts or retinal diseases. If the amblyopia is caused by refracti...[Read More] Understanding Amblyopia: Causes, Treatment Options, and Eyewear Choices
Early Detection and Treatment of Amblyopia in Young Children
Amblyopia Hello Dr. Liang, I would like to ask about my two-and-a-half-year-old child. An adult in the family has high myopia. When can the child undergo an eye examination, and are there any available screening instruments for early detection and treatment? Thank you for your ...
Dr. Liang Ce reply Ophthalmology
If parents have high myopia, the likelihood of their children developing myopia is higher, but it typically begins to manifest around the ages of 6 or 7. It is rare for a child to develop high myopia and amblyopia at the age of 2 or 3. If there are concerns, a dilated eye exam ca...[Read More] Early Detection and Treatment of Amblyopia in Young Children
Understanding Myopia: Risks, Astigmatism, and Eye Health Tips
Myopia Hello, doctor: I have a refractive error of about 200 degrees (R-775-125, L-575-125). Am I at a higher risk for eye diseases? What should I pay attention to regarding my refractive error? I've heard that those with myopia often have astigmatism; is that true? Why is t...
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Binocular disparity itself does not necessarily indicate an eye disease, but your right eye is highly myopic, which increases the risk of degenerative eye conditions such as floaters and retinal degeneration. There is also a higher likelihood of developing glaucoma. Binocular dis...[Read More] Understanding Myopia: Risks, Astigmatism, and Eye Health Tips
Managing Asthenopia: Tips for Eye Fatigue Relief and Treatment Options
Asthenopia Recently, I experienced discomfort in my eyes, and after a doctor's diagnosis, I was found to have asthenopia. The doctor mentioned that my vision cannot be restored to its original state, and currently, I am only taking Juvelu-N and using maintenance eye drops. I...
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Asthenopia refers to eye fatigue. In middle-aged women, the most common causes of blurred vision are insufficient sleep, poor sleep quality, or excessive eye strain. If one engages in prolonged near work, it is important to consider the possibility of presbyopia. The key is to ad...[Read More] Managing Asthenopia: Tips for Eye Fatigue Relief and Treatment Options
Understanding Flashing Lights in Vision: Causes Beyond Retinal Detachment
Retinal detachment I occasionally see flashes of light in the outer corner of my left eye, which has been happening for three to four years. I also feel it in my right eye (though less frequently). As I am a high myopia patient, I am particularly cautious. I have had two retinal ...
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Any lesions or abnormal stimuli along the visual pathway from the retina, through the optic nerve, to the visual cortex in the brain can cause the perception of flashes of light. This can occur in conditions such as traumatic brain injury, epilepsy, localized cerebrovascular diso...[Read More] Understanding Flashing Lights in Vision: Causes Beyond Retinal Detachment