Understanding Retinal Degeneration and the Impact of Floaters
Retinal degeneration and floaters? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask a few questions. I have been experiencing floaters for the past few months, and during a hospital visit, I also had a dark adaptation test which revealed retinal dystrophy, specifically peripheral retinal degen...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Color blindness and night blindness are different visual problems. Color blindness refers to the reduced ability to perceive red and green colors, while night blindness refers to decreased visual ability in low light conditions. Both color blindness and night blindness ...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Degeneration and the Impact of Floaters
Understanding Abnormal Visual Field Reports After Eye Trauma
Abnormal visual field report? Hello Doctor: I was in a car accident on January 6 of this year, where I was lying face down and my lower body was trapped under a motorcycle. About an hour later, while I was signing a statement at the scene, I noticed that my vision was unclear, an...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Observe the symptoms, and if they persist, seek medical evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Abnormal Visual Field Reports After Eye Trauma
Understanding Retinal Degeneration and Night Blindness: Key Insights
Eye degeneration, retinal degeneration, night blindness? Hello Doctor, I recently visited a large hospital for an eye examination. I underwent dark adaptation tests, visual field tests, and OCT, and I was diagnosed with retinal dystrophy. I've felt that my night vision has b...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Is it true that night blindness will inevitably lead to complete blindness in the future? It's not that pessimistic. According to large-scale statistics, it is rare for retinitis pigmentosa to cause total vision loss; approximately 20% of individuals may have monocula...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Degeneration and Night Blindness: Key Insights
Understanding Retinal Degeneration and Night Blindness: Key Insights
Retinal degeneration, night blindness? Hello Doctor, I recently visited a large hospital for an eye exam. I underwent dark adaptation testing, visual field testing, and OCT, and was diagnosed with retinal dystrophy. I've felt that my night vision has been worse than others f...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Is it true that night blindness will inevitably lead to blindness in the future? It's not that pessimistic. According to large-scale statistics, it is rare for retinitis pigmentosa to cause complete vision loss; about twenty percent of individuals may have a visual ac...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Degeneration and Night Blindness: Key Insights
Understanding Eye Symptoms in Children: What Parents Should Know
Concerns About Children's Eyes Hello Doctor, I have a 7-year-old child who has been experiencing symptoms since August of this year. 1. There are intermittent flashes of light in both eyes, sometimes moving from left to right and other times from right to left. The colors ob...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
It is recommended to seek medical examination.[Read More] Understanding Eye Symptoms in Children: What Parents Should Know
Understanding ERG Abnormalities in Patients with Low Vision (0.1-0.3)
ERG waveforms and amplitude abnormalities with visual acuity of 0.1-0.3? Hello Doctor: My current vision is approximately 0.1-0.3. I have undergone fundus photography, intraocular pressure measurement, slit lamp examination, ERG, VF, VEP, corneal mapping, and brain MRI, which con...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Tsai: The interpretation of ERG (electroretinography) requires a highly specialized retinal physician for accurate diagnosis. I apologize for not being able to provide you with a definitive answer. My recommendation is to consult with a retinal specialist who can explai...[Read More] Understanding ERG Abnormalities in Patients with Low Vision (0.1-0.3)
Understanding Blurred Vision and Abnormal ERG Results: Causes and Treatments
Blurred vision with abnormal ERG? Hello, doctor. My current vision is approximately 0.3S1200 c400. I have undergone OCT, VF, VEP, ERG, FAF, and corneal mapping. It has been confirmed that there is no color blindness or night blindness. Currently, it seems that only the amplitude ...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Dear Mr. Andy: If there are functional abnormalities in the retina, there are very few means to improve the condition. As of now, I am unable to provide effective treatment recommendations. This is for your reference. If you have any other questions, I suggest discussing them w...[Read More] Understanding Blurred Vision and Abnormal ERG Results: Causes and Treatments
Concerns About Retinal Degeneration and Police Academy Training
Retinal issues, police academy? Hello Doctor, I have retinal degeneration, and several examinations have shown no deterioration. This year, I am a senior in high school and want to apply to the police academy to serve as a general administrative police officer, which is quite com...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello: I do not recommend any health supplements, and training should not cause any eye injuries. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Ophthalmology Department, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Concerns About Retinal Degeneration and Police Academy Training
Understanding Color Vision Deficiency: Color Blindness vs. Color Weakness
Color weakness vs. color blindness Dear Director Chen Anping, I would like to inquire about the criteria your hospital uses to differentiate between color blindness and color weakness in patients. In the case where an individual answers fewer than three questions correctly on a ...
Dr. Chen Anping Reply:
Dear Mr. Chen Huan-chi, regarding the issue you raised, it is categorized as color vision deficiency. If you have further questions, it is recommended to visit an ophthalmology clinic for examination. The Hualien Hospital of the Ministry of Health and Welfare cares about you.[Read More] Understanding Color Vision Deficiency: Color Blindness vs. Color Weakness
Understanding Eye Prescription Terms for EnChroma Sunglasses
Please provide your medical concerns or questions so that I can offer appropriate advice? Hello Doctor: My dad has color blindness. When I was young, he fell from a building while working, resulting in a disconnection between the left eye and right ear due to brain nerve damage. ...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello: SPH refers to spherical power (myopia, hyperopia, presbyopia) and CYL refers to cylindrical power for astigmatism. PS: Individuals with color blindness have developed their own color perception since childhood, so it is advisable to learn more about it.[Read More] Understanding Eye Prescription Terms for EnChroma Sunglasses
Understanding Color Blindness and the Role of Contact Lenses
Color blindness corrective contact lenses Will seeing a doctor for a color vision deficiency leave a record due to a medical examination? Are there different types of color blindness that distinguish between corrective contact lenses? Can wearing corrective contact lenses change ...
Dr. Chen Anping Reply:
Hello Rong'er, if you need a color vision test as part of your health check-up, the report should include the results. Currently, there are no corrective contact lenses available for color blindness.[Read More] Understanding Color Blindness and the Role of Contact Lenses
Can Color Vision Deficiency Prevent You from Becoming a Doctor?
Can individuals with color vision deficiency pursue a medical degree and even become doctors? Hello, doctor. I am currently very worried because a few days ago I just started my first year of high school, and the school conducted a health check, which of course included a vision ...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Color weakness and color blindness are not the same. The appearance of lesions, including color, is an important clue for diagnosis and treatment. As for whether individuals with color weakness can apply to medical schools, it is best to directly consult the Ministry of Education...[Read More] Can Color Vision Deficiency Prevent You from Becoming a Doctor?
Effective Treatments for Adult Amblyopia: Overcoming Vision Challenges
Adult amblyopia Hello Doctor, I have congenital amblyopia along with right eye strabismus, astigmatism, and color blindness. These issues have troubled me for over 20 years, making it difficult for me to obtain a driver's license and find a job. Is there any effective treatm...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello, sir: Your vision has passed the critical period for treatment (ages 5-8), and unfortunately, it cannot be restored. However, for strabismus, surgery can be performed to correct it to a proper alignment. If the job you are applying for places significant importance on appea...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Adult Amblyopia: Overcoming Vision Challenges
Understanding Color Vision Deficiency: Will It Affect Your Medical Exam?
Color vision deficiency Recently, I am preparing for the railway special examination, and regarding the physical examination, one of the regulations is>>> Color vision: color blindness is considered disqualified; I have "color weakness." If I pass all other exa...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, you would like to inquire about the regulations regarding color vision deficiency set by the railway bureau. Some organizations have stricter requirements, where any abnormal color vision is not acceptable (including color weakness), while for obtaining a driver's lic...[Read More] Understanding Color Vision Deficiency: Will It Affect Your Medical Exam?
Is Color Weakness the Same as Color Blindness? Understanding the Differences
Hello, is color weakness the same as color blindness? I recently want to participate in the national examination, but I noticed that there are restrictions regarding physical examinations, specifically that individuals with color blindness will not be accepted. I previously under...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello: Color blindness can be considered a severe form of color vision deficiency, but since there are admission regulations, color vision deficiency can still be a disadvantage in examinations. It is better to take exams that do not have this restriction, as current technology c...[Read More] Is Color Weakness the Same as Color Blindness? Understanding the Differences
Does Color Weakness Affect Medical Exam Results for Railway Candidates?
Inquiring whether color weakness will be classified as color blindness, resulting in a failure to pass the medical examination? Inquiry about whether color weakness in the railway special examination physical examination will be classified as color blindness, leading to disqualif...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
Regarding color weakness and color blindness, they can be assessed using color vision tests, which are available in almost all ophthalmology clinics. If one is unfortunately diagnosed with color blindness, they can request a certificate of color weakness from a physician, which c...[Read More] Does Color Weakness Affect Medical Exam Results for Railway Candidates?
Understanding Color Vision Deficiency: Levels and Examination Standards
Color vision deficiency and health examination issues? Subject: Color Vision Deficiency and Medical Examination Issues Question 1: How many levels are there in the assessment of color blindness and color vision deficiency during medical examinations? Question 2: If an individua...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello: The determination of the physical examination is made by a non-ophthalmologist, and I apologize for not being able to answer your question! Regarding questions two and three, they are unlikely to be approved. Thank you for your message. Sincerely, Dr. Mei-Lan Ke, Ophthalmo...[Read More] Understanding Color Vision Deficiency: Levels and Examination Standards
Understanding Color Vision Deficiency: Can I Still Qualify for Police Exams?
Regarding the issue of color vision deficiency? Can I distinguish between red, yellow, and green, have a driver's license, but cannot understand the color vision test? Does this mean I have color weakness? During my military physical examination, it was noted that I have col...
Dr. Chen Xuan Reply:
Hello: I do not understand your needs. I suggest you first inquire about the qualifications for the examination. Our institution's health check is only to assess whether your condition meets the examination standards; we cannot make a judgment. We will only report on anemia ...[Read More] Understanding Color Vision Deficiency: Can I Still Qualify for Police Exams?
Understanding Color Blindness: The Role of Red Tinted Glasses
Colorblind correction red-tinted lenses? Dear Doctor, I have a color vision deficiency, so I went to an optical shop to get glasses. They fitted me with red polarized lenses, but I have difficulty distinguishing yellow and green. I don't understand why they would give me r...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello: Wearing red glasses cannot treat your color blindness, so removing the glasses will leave you with the same condition as before. The inability to distinguish between yellow and green is mostly due to X-linked inheritance. If your father has normal vision, then your mother ...[Read More] Understanding Color Blindness: The Role of Red Tinted Glasses
Understanding Color Blindness: Diagnosis, Disability Status, and Daily Life Tips
Color blindness Hello Dr. Peng: A 16-year-old child was found to have color blindness during a military school physical examination. He is unable to identify the numbers in the test patterns and reports that he only sees a white blob in the center of the cards. Should I take hi...
Dr. Wang Yuwei Reply:
Generally, color blindness does not require further examination as long as visual acuity is normal. Similarly, individuals with color blindness and normal vision are not considered disabled. In daily life, as long as they avoid jobs that involve complex color discrimination, such...[Read More] Understanding Color Blindness: Diagnosis, Disability Status, and Daily Life Tips