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Understanding Styes and Eyeball Edema: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment

Stye and conjunctival edema? On Tuesday, I noticed that my right eyelid was very swollen and there were blood vessels in the sclera. On Wednesday, I saw a doctor for the first time, and he said it was a stye located on the outer side, which is the most painful type. He mentioned ...


Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello: The content seems to indicate allergic conjunctivitis leading to conjunctival edema. Antihistamine or corticosteroid eye drops can be used for 3-4 days, and if you refrain from rubbing your eyes, the inflammation or edema should improve. The retina is located in the inner ...

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Understanding Eye Vessel Issues: Symptoms, Risks, and Remedies

Could you please provide more details about the eye vascular issues? Hello: Previously, my right eyelid kept twitching, and when I saw a doctor, they said it was due to eye fatigue. They also mentioned that excessive eye fatigue could lead to ruptured blood vessels in the eyes. N...


Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, what you refer to as a burst blood vessel in the eye likely pertains to the rupture of microvessels in the conjunctiva, resulting in conjunctival hemorrhage. This is not the same as an eye stroke (which refers to issues with retinal blood vessels). Mild conjunctival hemorr...

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Understanding Limbal Keratoconjunctivitis: Causes and Treatment Options

Pannus keratoconjunctivitis I have been diagnosed with pterygium and have been undergoing treatment for over a year, but there has been no significant improvement. My doctor has suggested surgery. However, I am not very familiar with this condition. Could you please let me know w...


Dr. Feng Jiefan Reply:
Hello: Superior Limbic Keratoconjunctivitis (SLK) is an inflammatory response affecting the cornea and conjunctiva, resulting in a sensation of foreign body presence, burning, and discomfort, although vision is usually not significantly affected. The etiology is unknown, but it i...

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What Causes Yellow Spots on the Sclera of the Eye?

Sclera Doctor, I have a yellow spot on the white part of my eye, located slightly next to the eyeball. What could that be?


Dr. Hu Yusheng Reply:
Hello, Mr. Xiao: What you mentioned is called "pinguecula." It is a type of degenerative tissue of the conjunctiva located on either side of the cornea (the black part of the eye). It is a benign tissue that may slightly enlarge and become yellow with age. Wishing you p...

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Understanding Eye Pain: Is It Related to My Retina Issues?

Eye pain Recently, I've been experiencing a feeling of pressure and pain in my eyes, particularly in my right eye. I visited an ophthalmologist, but they didn't provide much information and only prescribed eye drops. I have high myopia and astigmatism, and I've als...


Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Eye pressure and pain are generally not related to the retina; they are more commonly caused by issues with the surface of the eye or ciliary muscle fatigue. Conditions affecting the surface of the eye, such as conjunctival or corneal diseases, can lead to pain. If you are concer...

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Post-Surgery Care for Conjunctival Melanin Deposits: Tips for Recovery

Follow-up management for melanotic deposits on the conjunctiva? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask about my recent surgery for the removal of melanosis spots on the conjunctiva in two different areas of my eye. Could you please advise me on how to care for my eyes to promote faste...


Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello! It will recover after a period of time, mainly by avoiding water (during face washing or hair washing) from entering the eyes. Healing typically takes about 5 to 7 days, while the presence of blood vessels can vary significantly, sometimes lasting up to a month. Generally,...

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Red Spot on the Eye: Causes, Concerns, and When to See a Doctor

A blood spot has appeared on the eye? Today, I noticed a small red spot on my eyeball, which I believe is blood. What could this mean? Will it go away? Should I see a doctor? Initially, it felt like there was something on my eyeball, similar to having a grain of sand in my eye. I...


Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Shadow: Based on your description, a small red spot has appeared on your eyeball, accompanied by a gritty sensation, without pain or itching. These symptoms may indicate a condition known as subconjunctival hemorrhage. When subconjunctival hemorrhage occurs, patients are u...

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Can Surgical Removal of Scleral Pigmentation Restore Eye Appearance?

Scleral pigmentation deposition Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask if pigment deposits on the sclera, appearing yellowish on both sides, can be removed through surgery. Is the procedure invasive or performed using laser? How long does the surgery take? What is the approximate rec...


Dr. Feng Jiefan Reply:
Hello: There are many causes of scleral pigment deposition. If it is conjunctival pigment deposition, it is important to first differentiate whether it is benign pigment deposition or another condition, as the excision methods differ. For conditions such as limbal dermoids, you m...

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Understanding Red Eyes: Causes, Treatments, and When to Seek Help

Bloodshot eyes? The doctor would like to ask about the issue of persistent blood vessels in the eyes, which are not painful and have occupied 2/3 of the sclera. When visiting a regional hospital, it was said to be caused by eye fatigue, and anti-inflammatory eye drops and conjunc...


Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, based on your description, it seems that your eyes are not infected but rather experiencing conjunctival hyperemia. Adequate rest should help alleviate the symptoms. Using vasoconstrictor eye drops can provide temporary redness relief; however, discontinuing their use may ...

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Understanding Discomfort from Conjunctival Wounds and Foreign Bodies

Is there an injury to the conjunctiva? Hello, Doctor. Thank you for your previous response regarding eyelashes getting stuck in the eye and not being found. I would like to ask you again: if a foreign body is lodged in a conjunctival wound, would there be any discomfort in the ey...


Dr. Feng Jiefan Reply:
Hello! When there is a wound on the conjunctiva, it usually causes discomfort, which resolves once the wound heals. Clinically, there have been cases where eyelashes have become trapped in conjunctival wounds, and after the conjunctiva heals, the eyelashes can be enclosed within ...

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What Eye Drops Should You Use for Chronic Conjunctivitis?

What eye drops should be used for conjunctivitis? Hello Doctor: I am a patient with chronic conjunctivitis and have been using various eye drops related to this condition for a long time. I would like to ask at what severity of conjunctival inflammation is it necessary to use ste...


Dr. Chen Anping Reply:
Hello Fei: 1. A physician's consultation is necessary to determine whether steroid drops should be used. 2. Emadine is a medication with mast cell stabilizing properties, while Sinomin is classified as an antibiotic; the two have distinctly different properties.

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Where Did My Eyelash Go? Understanding Eyelash Disappearance in the Eye

A eyelash has fallen into the eye but cannot be found? A lash has fallen into the eye but seems to be stuck. Initially, it was visible on the eyeball, but after moving the eye and flipping the upper and lower eyelids, it cannot be found. There are no traces on the face or hands, ...


Dr. Feng Jiefan Reply:
Hello! The eyeball is covered by a layer of conjunctiva, which is a closed tissue that generally prevents foreign objects from penetrating inward. If a foreign object enters the eye, it can usually be flushed out with saline solution. If you are still concerned, you should consul...

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Concerns About Eyelid Pain and Potential Injury After Eye Examination

Eyelids and eyeballs Hello, doctor! Previously, when I was examined for a foreign body in my eye at a certain hospital, the doctor attempted to evert my eyelid. The first attempt was unsuccessful, and during the second attempt, it was a bit forceful, causing significant pain in m...


Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello! Flipping the eyelid is one of the important examinations to check for foreign bodies in the eye. If you experience the symptoms you mentioned during this examination, it is necessary to consider whether there is any damage to the conjunctival or corneal epithelial cells. I...

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Understanding Subconjunctival Hemorrhage: Symptoms and Recovery After Eye Injury

Ocular hemorrhage Yesterday, I was hit by a baseball near the corner of my eye. It swelled up immediately, but the swelling is only on my eyelid. I have done some ice packs and then switched to warm compresses. Currently, the situation is as follows: 1. Bruising on the eyelid 2. ...


Dr. Hu Yusheng Reply:
Hello Mr. Andy! 1. For eyelid bruising, you can apply ice packs for the first 48 hours to relieve pain and reduce swelling. After 72 hours, you can switch to warm compresses to promote blood circulation and expedite the reduction of swelling. 2. The bleeding in the eye is lik...

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Understanding Unusual Eye Sensations: Causes and Concerns

Abnormalities of the Eyes Hello, in the past week or two, I've been experiencing some discomfort in my eyes. The symptoms feel like there are bubbles around the eyeball trying to come out, especially below the right eye. However, there is no pain or itching, and there are no...


Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
To be honest, I cannot make a diagnosis based on your description. Could you visit an ophthalmologist nearby? The blisters on your eye could be due to herpes, meibomian gland obstruction, or conjunctival edema. An experienced professional can quickly make an accurate assessment, ...

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Understanding Eye Pain and Excessive Tear Production

Pain in the inner corner of the eye and tearing? In the past two days, I've been experiencing a slight pain in the inner corner of my left eye when I blink. There is also increased tear production in the left eye, making the area feel moist. Additionally, there is a sensatio...


Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Miss: Chronic eye inflammation, foreign bodies in the eye (including conjunctival concretions), dry eye syndrome, elevated intraocular pressure (suspected glaucoma), and excessive eye fatigue, among others, could all potentially lead to the symptoms you mentioned. It would...

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Effective Treatments for Eye Stones: Surgical Options and Quick Relief

How to treat eye stones? If there are stones in the eye, what is the quickest way to treat them? Is surgery an option?


Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Eye stones refer to the inflammation of the glands in the conjunctiva that secrete oil, leading to a blockage where the oil cannot escape and becomes a white, solidified substance resembling curdled milk. If there are no clinical symptoms, there is generally no need to worry abou...

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Understanding Red Veins in the Eyes: Causes and Contact Lens Concerns

Blood vessels in the sclera? Hello, I have been wearing bi-weekly contact lenses for six months. I heard that prolonged use of contact lenses can lead to neovascularization. I have also noticed blood vessels in the sclera and even around the cornea. Could this be neovascularizati...


Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
The so-called neovascularization caused by contact lenses occurs on the cornea, which is the surface of the iris, and cannot be seen without an ophthalmic microscope. What you are observing are the blood vessels on the conjunctiva; normally, there are many small conjunctival bloo...

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Understanding Eye Membrane Issues: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions

There is a membrane rising on the eye? Hello, this afternoon I noticed a foreign body sensation in my eye. Upon closer inspection, I found that the membrane on the surface of my eyeball near the inner corner has lifted and has wrinkles. This has happened before, but it resolved a...


Dr. Feng Jiefan Reply:
Hello: Based on the description, the phenomenon is conjunctival edema, which is caused by external stimuli leading to the accumulation of extracellular fluid, making the conjunctiva appear swollen. Generally, resting and avoiding further irritation can help restore it to normal. ...

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Understanding Eye Blisters: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment

There are blisters on the eye? After taking a shower today, I felt some pain in my left eye. Later, I noticed a blister on the white part of my eye, and my eye is also red and painful. I would like to know what this could be and if it will affect my eye. Thank you!


Dr. Feng Jiefan Reply:
Hello~ It should be noted that during bathing, exposure to irritating cleansers can cause conjunctival allergic edema. Generally, household body cleansers are unlikely to have a strong acid-base reaction, and recovery should occur by the next day. If symptoms persist, please cons...

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