Understanding Visual Impairment and Disability Application Criteria
Application for Visual Impairment and Disability In the case of the left eye with myopia over 500 degrees and uncorrected visual acuity of 0.1, and the right eye with amblyopia at 0.01 (with no possibility of correction due to ocular pathology), the corrected vision of the left e...
Dr. Xie Wenzhen Reply:
Hello Sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to respond to your question and provide the following suggestions: The criteria for mild visual impairment are as follows: 1. The better eye, after correction, has a visual acuity ranging from 0.1 to 0.2. 2. One eye is blind (no...[Read More] Understanding Visual Impairment and Disability Application Criteria
Effective Treatments for High Myopia in Children: A Doctor's Insight
Myopia!! My child is currently 13 years old and was diagnosed with amblyopia too late, only receiving glasses for correction in the second grade of elementary school. At that time, the corrected vision could only reach 0.5 to 0.6, which is classified as high myopia (greater than ...
Dr. Xia Weiwei Reply:
Hello: Currently, there are many claimed methods to treat myopia, but the only treatment that has been validated through large-scale and rigorous experimental studies is the use of long-acting cycloplegic agents. Retrograde neurotherapy is not a standard treatment, and there are ...[Read More] Effective Treatments for High Myopia in Children: A Doctor's Insight
Understanding Amblyopia: Treatment Options for Children with Low Vision
Amblyopia Hello doctor, at what age does the macula fully develop? Also, my 4-year-old child currently has a vision measurement of 0.1 in both eyes. Does he need to undergo patching therapy?
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Xiao Li: Regarding your child's vision situation, we first need to explore the mechanisms behind "amblyopia." During the visual development process, the eyes and the visual cortex need to receive adequate light and visual stimuli to develop properly (not jus...[Read More] Understanding Amblyopia: Treatment Options for Children with Low Vision
Can Eye Surgery Correct My 700-Diopter Myopia and Amblyopia?
Hello, doctor. I would like to inquire about eye surgery? Hello doctor, I would like to ask a question. I have myopia of about 700 degrees and also have amblyopia and photophobia. Is it possible to correct this with surgery? Can I have the surgery and no longer need to wear glass...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
Refractive errors can be corrected with surgery, but amblyopia cannot be treated in the same way.[Read More] Can Eye Surgery Correct My 700-Diopter Myopia and Amblyopia?
Can Glasses Restore Vision? Understanding Amblyopia and Treatment Options
I want to restore my vision? When I was a child, my mother told me that my sister and I had amblyopia, so we started wearing glasses around the age of 4 or 5. However, I didn't like being different from my classmates, as I was possibly the only one in the class who wore glas...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello! Amblyopia correction is generally more effective before the age of 10. However, based on your description, there may be some doubt regarding whether you and your sister have amblyopia. If your sister has a visual acuity of 1.0 in both eyes (whether uncorrected or corrected...[Read More] Can Glasses Restore Vision? Understanding Amblyopia and Treatment Options
Is My Child's Vision Issue Myopia or Amblyopia? Understanding the Differences
Is the child experiencing myopia or amblyopia? Dr. Ke: Hello! My child is 8 years old and in the second grade. Previously, he underwent treatment with dilating drops and did not wear glasses, but recently over the past three months, we discovered that his prescription has reached...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello! If you visit our hospital for a consultation, there should be records available. After dilation, we can still measure the best corrected visual acuity using glasses and a pinhole. Amblyopia is defined as having a visual acuity of less than 0.8 even after full correction. I...[Read More] Is My Child's Vision Issue Myopia or Amblyopia? Understanding the Differences
Understanding the Connection Between Diplopia, Amblyopia, and Migraines
Parallax Hello, Doctor Hsieh: One of my family members has a disparity issue (farsightedness + amblyopia), and she also suffers from migraines. Whenever she experiences a headache, her vision sometimes significantly worsens. Regarding the disparity issue, she has not undergone co...
Dr. Xie Wenzhen Reply:
Hello, sir: Thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your questions and provide the following suggestions: Generally speaking, you did not mention the age of your family members, so regarding amblyopia, if it has occurred after the age of 10, it is unlikely to be corre...[Read More] Understanding the Connection Between Diplopia, Amblyopia, and Migraines
Can Amblyopia Be Corrected for Driving License Eligibility?
Amblyopia My younger brother is 25 years old and unable to obtain a driver's license due to his amblyopia. Is there a possibility for correction? Thank you.
Dr. Feng Jiefan Reply:
Hello!!! In medical terms, amblyopia refers to poor vision caused by non-organic factors, which typically cannot be treated after adulthood. However, the term "amblyopia" is often used colloquially to refer to various conditions of poor vision. Therefore, it is essentia...[Read More] Can Amblyopia Be Corrected for Driving License Eligibility?
Understanding Strabismus: Treatment Options and Long-Term Effects
About strabismic amblyopia? I have congenital strabismic amblyopia along with hyperopia and acquired astigmatism. What will happen if I do not seek treatment or correction? Would surgery be a better option? I've heard many people say that even after surgery, their vision sti...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello! If the glare or astigmatism is due to astigmatism and is not treated or corrected, then undergoing strabismus surgery will only improve appearance but will not help with amblyopia. I do not understand the meaning of your fifth line. Correcting hyperopia and astigmatism wit...[Read More] Understanding Strabismus: Treatment Options and Long-Term Effects
Essential Eye Care Questions for Your Child's Vision Health
Please ask a few questions about eye problems? Hello, doctor. My child is currently 3 and a half years old, and I have a few questions to ask: 1. A book mentioned that if vision is measured without using a dilating agent, the measured degree may have an error of 100 to 200 degre...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello! First question: Yes, it is still necessary. Second question: About six years old. Third question: It will not hinder. Fourth question: It is possible. Wishing you a speedy recovery![Read More] Essential Eye Care Questions for Your Child's Vision Health
Can Modern Ophthalmology Restore Vision After Severe Eye Injury?
Is there still hope for my eyes? At birth, my right eye was injured by forceps, resulting in amblyopia with a vision of less than 0.1 that machines cannot detect (appearing hazy) and severe corneal scarring. It is visibly apparent that my eyes are different, with a noticeable col...
Dr. Feng Jiefan Reply:
Hello! The corneal scarring caused by an injury at birth has resulted in amblyopia. Even though a corneal transplant can improve the corneal scarring, the amblyopia cannot be corrected at this stage. Therefore, corneal transplantation is currently not recommended. If the main con...[Read More] Can Modern Ophthalmology Restore Vision After Severe Eye Injury?
Post-Strabismus Surgery: Understanding Vision Changes and Solutions
Questions about strabismus surgery! I have had esotropia since childhood, which has led to amblyopia in my affected eye. This means that the eye with strabismus also has reduced vision, resulting in a significant disparity between my two eyes. After wearing glasses, one eye has a...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Miss: Based on your description, the postoperative eye alignment results appear to be normal according to your friends' observations. However, you still feel something is off. Possible reasons for this situation include: 1. Poor stereopsis: The development of stereo...[Read More] Post-Strabismus Surgery: Understanding Vision Changes and Solutions
Effectiveness of Retrograde Neural Coordination Therapy for Amblyopia
Amblyopia treatment Is retrograde neurocoordination therapy effective for individuals with disabilities? Has anyone tried it?
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello! The current report indicates that it is helpful, but the assistance is indeed limited.[Read More] Effectiveness of Retrograde Neural Coordination Therapy for Amblyopia
Improving Amblyopia: Seeking Treatment for Eccentric Fixation in Taiwan
Regarding the instruments for eccentric fixation!!! After my strabismus surgery, I am currently undergoing "E-visual neurotraining" to improve the vision of my amblyopic eye. Before the treatment, my vision was 0.16 to 0.2, but after 10 sessions of training, it has impr...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello! Please inquire at the outpatient department of National Taiwan University Hospital. Thank you![Read More] Improving Amblyopia: Seeking Treatment for Eccentric Fixation in Taiwan
Can Adult Amblyopia Be Treated? Exploring Options for Vision Recovery
Amblyopia Hello Doctor, I would like to ask if it is still possible to correct monocular amblyopia in adulthood. Based on current medical technology, is treatment feasible? I found a clinic online called "Light Point Clinic" that offers a treatment called "retrogra...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello! 1. It's too late, and the effects are relatively poor. 2. Currently, there is a software in Singapore that claims to improve amblyopia in adults. I am not familiar with the Light Spot Clinic, so I hesitate to give you any advice. 3. It may help improve the condition, ...[Read More] Can Adult Amblyopia Be Treated? Exploring Options for Vision Recovery
Post-Surgery Confusion: Understanding Vision Changes After Strabismus Surgery
Post-operative issues after strabismus surgery! I have had esotropia since childhood, which has led to amblyopia in my deviated eye. This means that the eye with strabismus also has reduced vision, resulting in a significant disparity between my two eyes. After wearing glasses, o...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello! 1. Usually, when you look with both eyes, you won't feel anything. 2. Your issue mainly stems from the retina's focus being off the central point, which is why others perceive you as having normal alignment. However, your optimal point is actually strabismic, so ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Confusion: Understanding Vision Changes After Strabismus Surgery
Understanding Glasses Fitting: Costs, Factors, and Vision Improvement
Fitting glasses Hello, doctor. I have amblyopia in my left eye with over 600 degrees of refractive error, and my right eye has about 150 degrees of myopia. I forgot to mention the astigmatism. I do a lot of reading, and over the past two to three years, I feel that my vision has ...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, it is recommended that you consult a professional ophthalmologist at the hospital and have an optician conduct a detailed examination of your current glasses to determine if they are suitable for you or if there is a discrepancy in the prescription. Additionally, you shoul...[Read More] Understanding Glasses Fitting: Costs, Factors, and Vision Improvement
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:
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
Understanding Myopia: Visual Acuity and Clarity in Close-Up Reflections
Myopia Visual acuity of 0.1 corresponds to approximately -10.00 diopters, while 0.4 corresponds to about -2.50 diopters. Regarding your second question, individuals with myopia (nearsightedness) may find it easier to see objects up close, such as their face in a mirror, compare...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
0.1 and 0.4 are visual acuities and do not represent the degree of myopia; myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, and amblyopia can all result in such visual acuities. In individuals with presbyopia, specifically those over the age of forty-two, myopic individuals may see near objects m...[Read More] Understanding Myopia: Visual Acuity and Clarity in Close-Up Reflections
Understanding Floaters and Flashes: Risks and Treatment Options for Eye Health
Floaters? I have poor eyesight (my right eye is -1.50 diopters for myopia, while my left eye has amblyopia with over -6.00 diopters). Four years ago, I started experiencing worsening floaters, and dilation tests showed no abnormalities. However, in the past six months, the freque...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello Sir: Myopia, especially high myopia, aging, or external trauma to the eyeball, can lead to the gradual degeneration and liquefaction of a transparent, gel-like structure in the eye known as the "vitreous body." This process can create opaque impurities (protein ag...[Read More] Understanding Floaters and Flashes: Risks and Treatment Options for Eye Health