Understanding Vitreous Degeneration: Symptoms, Risks, and Concerns
Vitreous body Hello, Doctor. Three years ago, I started experiencing floaters, and upon examination, the doctor diagnosed me with vitreous degeneration. However, a year ago, I began to experience flashes of light for the first time (with multiple light spots appearing and disappe...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello Sir: Myopia, especially high myopia, aging, or trauma to the eyeball can lead to changes in the structure of the eye. The vitreous body, a gel-like substance that resembles egg white, gradually degenerates and liquefies, forming opaque impurities (protein aggregates) that f...[Read More] Understanding Vitreous Degeneration: Symptoms, Risks, and Concerns
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:
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:
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?
Can Amblyopia Progression Be Controlled in Children?
Can amblyopia be controlled to prevent worsening? Dear Doctor, My son is almost six years old. He was diagnosed with congenital amblyopia by an ophthalmologist before he turned three, and he has been wearing glasses since then. Previously, his right eye was measured at over 600 ...
Dr. Feng Jiefan Reply:
Hello: According to the description, the patient has refractive issues caused by high myopia combined with astigmatism. Generally, visual development should improve with the use of corrective lenses, provided there are no congenital structural abnormalities such as cataracts. The...[Read More] Can Amblyopia Progression Be Controlled in Children?
Can Surgery Correct 650-Degree Eye Disparity and 550-Degree Hyperopia?
With a binocular disparity of 650 degrees and hyperopia of 550 degrees, is surgery an option? Hello, I am 43 years old. I have myopia of -1.00 diopters in my left eye and hyperopia of +5.00 (or +5.50) diopters in my right eye, along with amblyopia. Due to the deterioration of vis...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Sir: When the refractive status of the two eyes is different, it is referred to as anisometropia. Clinically significant anisometropia is defined as a difference in refractive power greater than 2.00 diopters between the two eyes. Anisometropia can cause a disparity in the...[Read More] Can Surgery Correct 650-Degree Eye Disparity and 550-Degree Hyperopia?
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:
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
Understanding Vitreous Degeneration: Symptoms, Risks, and Expert Insights
Vitreous degeneration Hello Doctor, I have approximately 600 degrees of amblyopia in my left eye and about 150 degrees of myopia in my right eye. I discovered floaters about three and a half years ago, and examinations revealed vitreous degeneration, which has gradually worsened ...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello Sir: "Floaters" are structures within the eye, specifically the vitreous body, which is a gel-like substance that resembles egg white. This vitreous gradually degenerates and liquefies, leading to the formation of some opaque impurities (protein aggregates) that f...[Read More] Understanding Vitreous Degeneration: Symptoms, Risks, and Expert Insights
Do You Need Double Eyelid Surgery for Uneven Eyes?
Unequal pupils Is it necessary to undergo double eyelid surgery for asymmetrical eyes? I've heard that procedures like eyelid muscle repair surgery or eyelid muscle fascia folding surgery can be used for correction. Could you please let me know which plastic surgeons in Taiw...
Dr. Hu Yusheng Reply:
Hello, Miss Ah-Ling. Not all cases of uneven eyes require surgical correction. Surgery is recommended primarily if there is a concern that the smaller eye may develop amblyopia, in which case early treatment is advised (ideally during infancy). For adults, the necessity for surge...[Read More] Do You Need Double Eyelid Surgery for Uneven Eyes?
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:
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 Retinal Flashes: Concerns for Young Patients with Vision Issues
Retinal flashes Hello Doctor, I have amblyopia and hyperopia of over 600 diopters in my left eye, and my right eye has myopia of about 150 diopters. I discovered floaters in my second year of college, and after examination, the doctor diagnosed it as vitreous degeneration. Since ...
Dr. Hu Yusheng Reply:
Hello Mr. An, based on your description, the phenomenon of flashes occurring only in the presence of a light source or within two minutes after the light source disappears is more likely to be an afterimage phenomenon, which is a normal physiological occurrence. Flashes related t...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Flashes: Concerns for Young Patients with Vision Issues
Understanding Astigmatism in Infants: What Parents Should Know
A 7-month-old infant has been diagnosed with astigmatism? Hello Dr. Ke: Although I have researched issues related to astigmatism, my daughter is currently only 7 months old. When I took her for an eye examination recently, the ophthalmologist mentioned that she has 2.00 diopters ...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Dear Mom, a cylindrical refractive error of 200 degrees is unlikely to cause amblyopia. Astigmatism in infants is not consistent due to various influencing factors, so there is no need for immediate intervention. At 3.5 years old, please remember to learn the direction of the ope...[Read More] Understanding Astigmatism in Infants: What Parents Should Know
Can Surgery Correct Strabismus After Previous Failures?
Strabismus I have had acquired right eye strabismus since childhood and underwent surgery for correction 35 years ago. The strabismus reappeared 15 years ago, and due to psychological factors, the subsequent surgery on the same eye was unsuccessful. One explanation for this is th...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Madam: You previously underwent strabismus surgery to correct your eye misalignment, but it has since deviated again, and you experienced an unsatisfactory secondary surgery. Generally, the difficulty of a repeat surgery is inherently higher. Additionally, do you have any ...[Read More] Can Surgery Correct Strabismus After Previous Failures?
Botox Injections for Treating Strabismus: A New Hope After Surgery Failures
Botulinum toxin injection for the treatment of strabismus? I have strabismus and although I underwent a successful strabismus surgery that corrected my eye alignment, 20 years later, my eyes have started to deviate again. After a second surgery that was unsuccessful, I am current...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Madam: You previously underwent strabismus surgery to correct your eye misalignment, but it has since deviated again, and you have experienced an unsatisfactory secondary surgery. Generally speaking, the difficulty of a repeat surgery is inherently higher. Additionally, do...[Read More] Botox Injections for Treating Strabismus: A New Hope After Surgery Failures
Effective Strategies for Treating Amblyopia in Young Children
The issue of amblyopia in young children? Hello Dr. Liu: My daughter has just turned four years old. After examination, it was found that she has astigmatism of 175 degrees in both eyes, and her vision test shows she can only see 0.4. The doctor said this is congenital amblyopia,...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Miss: There are several steps to consider in the treatment of amblyopia: 1. Is there any refractive error present? Conditions such as high myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism need to be corrected first with glasses (according to the physician's prescription). 2. Are ...[Read More] Effective Strategies for Treating Amblyopia in Young Children
Understanding Vision Discrepancies: Left Eye Dominance and Right Eye Weakness
I have a disparity in my vision between my two eyes; one eye seems to have unclear vision? I previously went to get glasses because I have a significant difference in vision between my eyes, with my left eye being -18 diopters and my right eye being 0 diopters. During the eye exa...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Sir: Regarding the situation mentioned above, your vision indicates that the right eye is abnormal while the left eye is normal. This issue may stem from childhood, where there was a disparity in vision between the two eyes, typically characterized by high hyperopia in the...[Read More] Understanding Vision Discrepancies: Left Eye Dominance and Right Eye Weakness
Understanding Vision Issues in Children: Normal Sight but Delayed Eye Development
Vision problems in children? I have an 8-year-old boy at home, and recently his teacher mentioned that he has poor vision during a school check-up. We took him to an ophthalmology clinic for a more thorough examination, and the doctor said his vision is normal, but there may be a...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Miss: During vision screening at school, if a child is found to have poor vision, it typically means that the results from the vision chart do not meet the standard, usually indicating a vision score of less than 0.8. If an ophthalmologist subsequently examines the child a...[Read More] Understanding Vision Issues in Children: Normal Sight but Delayed Eye Development
Understanding Flashing Lights and Vitreous Floaters in Eye Health
Visual flashes and vitreous opacities? Hello, doctor. I previously consulted you, but it seems I didn't receive a response, so I'm asking again. Just now, I suddenly experienced a peripheral visual phenomenon with flashes lasting about 10 seconds, resembling many bright...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Sir: If you are experiencing flashes of light and floaters in your vision, it is very appropriate to seek an ophthalmologist's consultation promptly. The condition known as "floaters" typically occurs in individuals with high myopia or as they age. The vitre...[Read More] Understanding Flashing Lights and Vitreous Floaters in Eye Health
Understanding Flash Phenomena: Insights on Floaters and Retinal Health
Phosphene phenomenon 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 along with approximately 150 degrees of astigmatism. I started noticing floaters about four years ago in both eyes (thou...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Sir: If you are experiencing flashes of light and floaters in your vision, it is very appropriate to promptly visit an ophthalmologist. The condition known as "floaters" typically occurs in cases of high myopia or as one ages. The vitreous body, a gel-like struct...[Read More] Understanding Flash Phenomena: Insights on Floaters and Retinal Health
Can Laser Surgery Correct Amblyopia? Expert Insights on Treatment Options
Amblyopia Hello Dr. Feng: May I ask if laser surgery can correct amblyopia? Thank you.
Dr. Feng Jiefan Reply:
Hello: The formal definition of amblyopia is the inability to see clearly even with corrective glasses, and it must be corrected from a young age if the vision is 0.7 or above. Once a person reaches the age of 30, it cannot be corrected. Laser treatment is primarily used to corre...[Read More] Can Laser Surgery Correct Amblyopia? Expert Insights on Treatment Options
Understanding Amblyopia in Adults: Treatment Options at 24
Adult Amblyopia Issues I have had poor eyesight since I was young, but I never sought treatment. My vision is around 300 degrees of astigmatism in both eyes, and my eyesight is quite poor. After wearing glasses, my left eye is about 0.2 and my right eye is around 0.8. I'm wo...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello: Generally, amblyopia is difficult to treat after the age of eight. You may visit the outpatient clinic for a detailed examination. Additionally, it is important to pay attention to the vision of the next generation and initiate treatment early. Sincerely, Dr. Wang Zhang-ji...[Read More] Understanding Amblyopia in Adults: Treatment Options at 24