Can Posterior Capsule Fibrosis Increase Myopia After Eye Surgery?
The symptoms of fibrous cell proliferation in the posterior capsule of the lens can lead to an increase in myopia? Hello Dr. Wang, I am 45 years old. Twelve years ago, I underwent laser surgery for myopia. Originally, I had 1000 degrees of myopia and 400 degrees of astigmatism in...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, 1. Fibrocellular proliferation occurs in the posterior capsule of the lens (secondary cataract), which may lead to an increase in myopia. 2. The refractive error after Nd-YAG laser treatment may vary, but vision should improve.[Read More] Can Posterior Capsule Fibrosis Increase Myopia After Eye Surgery?
Post-Retinal Detachment Surgery: Common Concerns and Recovery Tips
Post-operative inquiry regarding retinal detachment surgery, thank you? Hello, Director Gao. Thank you for your response. I would like to ask about my left eye, which has a retinal detachment. I underwent scleral buckle surgery and air injection at the end of October, followed by...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Bai: Pain above and beside the eye may be caused by external sutures, as there are wounds that need to be stitched after surgery. It is common to have discharge after eye surgery, and it is still necessary to use medication for treatment. If no lens was implanted, blu...[Read More] Post-Retinal Detachment Surgery: Common Concerns and Recovery Tips
Does Using Dilating Eye Drops Increase Cataract Risk?
Does the use of mydriatic agents cause cataracts? Recently, I read an article on the forum mentioning that someone had good results controlling myopia with Atropine, but my doctor had previously prescribed me Neostigmine Methylsulfate. So, I went to the pharmacy to buy Atropine a...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, the use of atropine eye drops for myopia must be prescribed by a physician. Currently, I have not seen any definitive evidence linking atropine eye drops to the development of cataracts.[Read More] Does Using Dilating Eye Drops Increase Cataract Risk?
Understanding Cataract Surgery: Adjusting Prescription for Better Vision
Cataract surgery Hello: I have cataracts in my right eye, with a prescription of -1200 diopters, and my left eye is approximately -1000 diopters. The doctor mentioned that I need surgery on my right eye, but they plan to adjust the prescription to match my left eye at -1000 diopt...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello: There is really no definite standard for this situation. Reserving 1000 degrees has the advantage of keeping both eyes balanced, but the downside is that you will need to wear 1000-degree glasses continuously in the future. If you reserve a little less, then the correction...[Read More] Understanding Cataract Surgery: Adjusting Prescription for Better Vision
How Soon Can You Return to Work After Retinal Detachment Surgery?
How long after retinal detachment surgery can one return to work? Dear Director Gao, I underwent retinal detachment surgery at the end of October, where I had a vitrectomy, scleral buckle, and air tamponade performed on my left eye. Subsequently, I experienced vitreous opacities...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiaobai: If you avoid hitting your eyes, there should be no issues with daily life and work. It is best to wear protective eyewear. Washing your face is fine, and you can maintain a normal diet without any special restrictions. For detailed information, it is best to consu...[Read More] How Soon Can You Return to Work After Retinal Detachment Surgery?
Managing Complications After Cataract Surgery: A Case of Retinal Detachment
After undergoing cataract surgery, my father experienced retinal detachment and has undergone multiple gas tamponade treatments? Hello Doctor, my father has had chronic conditions such as diabetes and hypertension for many years. He suffered a stroke in the occipital lobe, which ...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
If the retina has not yet reattached and the gas has already been absorbed, further treatment may be necessary. You may also seek a second opinion from another physician.[Read More] Managing Complications After Cataract Surgery: A Case of Retinal Detachment
Post-Cataract Surgery: Addressing Near Vision and Prescription Needs
Post-surgery eyewear issues? Hello, doctor. It has been three weeks since my cataract surgery. My vision is still blurry when looking at things up close; the operated eye has a prescription of -5.00 diopters, while the other eye has -5.75 diopters. However, the operated eye still...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, if cataract surgery is performed using a monofocal lens, it may require an additional +200 to +300 diopters for presbyopia. Please have the physician perform an on-site assessment for proper fitting.[Read More] Post-Cataract Surgery: Addressing Near Vision and Prescription Needs
Understanding Post-Cataract Surgery Recovery and Near Vision Challenges
Cataract Surgery Recovery Hello doctor, during my school years, I had high myopia close to 1000 degrees. At the age of 25, I discovered cataracts, and the pre-operative examination showed no significant issues with my retina. For convenience at work, I opted for an optical aspher...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, if you have undergone cataract surgery with a monofocal intraocular lens and achieved full correction, you will generally need to use reading glasses for near vision after the procedure. This is not a matter of recovery, as the accommodative ability of the lens post-surger...[Read More] Understanding Post-Cataract Surgery Recovery and Near Vision Challenges
How to Choose Glasses After Cataract Surgery: A Guide for Patients
Cataract surgery issues? After undergoing cataract surgery on my left eye, I can see well at a distance with glasses, but I'm unsure how to adjust for near vision. I have a -500 diopter prescription for my left eye and -575 for my right eye. After the surgery, I developed pr...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Generally, you can reduce the degree of myopia by 200 to 300 diopters to use them as reading glasses. It is recommended that you visit an ophthalmologist to get advice on an appropriate prescription for presbyopia. This information is provided for your reference![Read More] How to Choose Glasses After Cataract Surgery: A Guide for Patients
Choosing the Right Intraocular Lens for Cataract Surgery in One Eye
Selection of Intraocular Lenses for Unilateral Cataract? Hello Doctor, I was recently diagnosed with cataracts in my right eye at a clinic near my home, and I was advised to go to a larger hospital for further examination. The results from the larger hospital confirmed the findin...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, it mainly depends on individual needs (work and daily life), as well as the condition of the other eye and overall health. 1. Monofocal lenses can accommodate up to 200 degrees, which allows for acceptable binocular disparity and may provide the opportunity to avoid readin...[Read More] Choosing the Right Intraocular Lens for Cataract Surgery in One Eye
Post-Cataract Surgery: Understanding Recovery and Managing Discomfort
Post-cataract surgery After my mother's cataract surgery (which lasted less than half an hour), she felt fine for the first two days. However, starting on the third day, she began to experience a foreign body sensation and her vision was not as clear as it was the day before...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
After cataract surgery, patients need to use eye drops, which are usually required more frequently and can sometimes cause punctate epithelial erosions on the cornea. If this occurs, patients may experience a foreign body sensation and a decrease in visual clarity. Typically, thi...[Read More] Post-Cataract Surgery: Understanding Recovery and Managing Discomfort
Understanding Post-Retinal Surgery Vision Distortion and Cataracts
After retinal detachment surgery, there may be distortion of images due to cataracts? Hello Doctor: In late August of this year, I underwent retinal detachment surgery and laser surgery for retinal defects in my left eye. About three weeks post-surgery, I noticed a white, cloudy ...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
The correlation between image distortion and retinal flatness is significant, and retinal detachment may not fully restore to its original state.[Read More] Understanding Post-Retinal Surgery Vision Distortion and Cataracts
Choosing Between Femtosecond Laser and Traditional Phacoemulsification Surgery
Choosing Between Femtosecond Laser and Traditional Ultrasound Phacoemulsification Surgery Hello Dr. Jiang, my right eye has a macular hole that was closed after undergoing vitrectomy. Recently, I had cataract surgery to replace the artificial lens, which was performed using femto...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, we still recommend simple ultrasound phacoemulsification surgery. Please consider this.[Read More] Choosing Between Femtosecond Laser and Traditional Phacoemulsification Surgery
Post-Cataract Surgery Visual Distortion: Causes and Concerns Explained
Postoperative image distortion after cataract surgery? In July of this year, I underwent vitrectomy for a macular hole in my right eye. An OCT examination showed that the hole had disappeared, and the distortion in straight lines improved, but I still cannot see straight lines as...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
1. Under normal surgical conditions, the implantation of an artificial intraocular lens should not cause visual displacement. If there is visual displacement, it may be related to your macular degeneration, and if this is the case, improvement may be quite difficult. 2. Aspheric ...[Read More] Post-Cataract Surgery Visual Distortion: Causes and Concerns Explained
How to Differentiate Between Astigmatism and Cataracts?
How to distinguish between astigmatism and cataracts? My mother is currently 56 years old and has been experiencing dry and sticky eyes. She sees double when reading text on the television, and sometimes the words appear unclear. She visited a local ophthalmology clinic, where th...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Lemon: If cataracts cannot be corrected with glasses, wearing glasses for astigmatism may improve vision, and surgery may not be necessary for the time being. At the E-Hospital in Puzi, Taiwan, the ophthalmology department is open Monday to Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM ...[Read More] How to Differentiate Between Astigmatism and Cataracts?
Understanding Cataract Surgery: Options for Lens Replacement and Vision Clarity
Cataract lens replacement surgery? Hello, Doctor. I had cataract surgery on my left eye this week, and a monofocal intraocular lens was implanted without retaining any prescription. I have -600 diopters of myopia in my left eye, with no astigmatism. After the surgery, my distance...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, I believe your physician should have a plan regarding the condition of both of your eyes, rather than only considering distance vision in one eye. It is advisable for you to discuss this further with your doctor. (This needs to take into account factors such as the refract...[Read More] Understanding Cataract Surgery: Options for Lens Replacement and Vision Clarity
Managing Corneal Edema After Cataract Surgery: Medication Options
Corneal edema medication issues? Hello, doctor: I had cataract surgery four months ago. However, due to a small area of degeneration in the central corneal endothelial cells prior to the surgery, I have been experiencing persistent corneal edema postoperatively. My surgeon has pr...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to visit the ophthalmology department at the hospital for an evaluation.[Read More] Managing Corneal Edema After Cataract Surgery: Medication Options
Understanding Treatment Options for Floaters: Myths and Facts
Regarding the treatment of floaters? Dr. Wang, I have some questions regarding the treatment of floaters. 1. I heard that floaters can be treated with lutein or using YAG laser therapy. There are also claims online that there are specialized clinics for treating floaters in the...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, only pathological floaters require treatment, and this type of treatment should be available at many medical institutions. As for non-pathological floaters, it is recommended to coexist with them. Simple floaters are related to issues with the vitreous body, while patholog...[Read More] Understanding Treatment Options for Floaters: Myths and Facts
Is Floaters a Side Effect of Cataract Surgery? Expert Insights
Is floaters a complication of cataracts? I have not experienced floaters for 65 years. I was diagnosed with cataracts 2-3 months ago, and I had double vision in my left eye, which led me to seek surgical treatment. The right eye did not show symptoms of double vision. Due to the ...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
After cataract surgery, varying degrees of floaters are commonly observed. This is due to the increased light exposure post-surgery, which makes it easier to notice the opacities in the vitreous body. Most cases are not serious, but it is advisable to have an eye doctor examine t...[Read More] Is Floaters a Side Effect of Cataract Surgery? Expert Insights
Is Heat Therapy Safe for Glaucoma? Exploring Eye Mask Options
Warm compress for glaucoma? Hello Doctor: I was diagnosed with glaucoma at the age of 25 and have been using medication (Timolol) for about 12 years. My condition is stable (mild cataracts, but the doctor said it is not serious and recommended sun protection without the need for ...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Basically, as long as the heat applied does not exceed the temperature that the eyes can tolerate, there should be no significant contraindications for its use. This is for your reference.[Read More] Is Heat Therapy Safe for Glaucoma? Exploring Eye Mask Options