Understanding Allergic Conjunctivitis: Treatment and Contact Lens Use
Allergic conjunctivitis Is allergic conjunctivitis incurable? Can I wear contact lenses while using eye drops for treatment? When the eyeball moves towards the outer corner, and the conjunctiva in that area appears wrinkled, does it mean it hasn't healed yet?
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Subject: Allergic Conjunctivitis. Explanation: 1. If it is confirmed that the allergy is caused by soft contact lenses, they should not be worn during the treatment period, and after recovery, hard contact lenses should be used instead. 2. Whether or not contact lenses are worn, ...[Read More] Understanding Allergic Conjunctivitis: Treatment and Contact Lens Use
Nighttime Rigid Contact Lenses: A Solution for Myopia Control?
Myopia Hello Doctor: Recently, I heard about a method for correcting myopia—wearing rigid gas permeable contact lenses at night, which can slow down the progression of myopia. What is your opinion on this? What are the advantages and disadvantages of wearing them? Thank you! Rita
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Subject: Rigid Gas Permeable Contact Lenses for Myopia Management. Description: The principle behind this method relies on rigid gas permeable contact lenses flattening the corneal curvature, which exerts significant pressure on the cornea and can be quite painful. Additionally...[Read More] Nighttime Rigid Contact Lenses: A Solution for Myopia Control?
Understanding Yellowing in the Whites of Your Eyes and Contact Lens Care
There is a slight yellowing in the sclera beneath the eyes? I recently noticed a slight yellowish tint in the sclera (the white part of my eye) beneath my eyes, and I'm not sure what it could be. I'm a bit worried about it. Additionally, could you please tell me if it&#...
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Conjunctival yellowing may be caused by chronic conjunctivitis, resulting from long-term use of eye drops leading to pigment deposition. Additionally, yellowing could be a sign of jaundice, which can cause fatigue. It is recommended to have a blood test to check liver function. F...[Read More] Understanding Yellowing in the Whites of Your Eyes and Contact Lens Care