Can Eye Protrusion Be Reversed? Understanding Myopia and Treatment Options
Can bulging eyes be restored? I have myopia with a prescription of -3.00 diopters in my left eye and -3.75 diopters in my right eye. It seems that my eyelids have thickened along with my myopia, transitioning from double eyelids to more of a monolid appearance. Is this related to...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Your myopia (left eye -300 degrees, right eye -375 degrees) may affect the appearance of your eyelids, but this is not a common phenomenon. Typically, higher degrees of myopia may cause the eyeball to protrude slightly, which can lead to the eyelids appearing thicker or ch...[Read More] Can Eye Protrusion Be Reversed? Understanding Myopia and Treatment Options
Recovering Vision After Chemical Burn: Understanding Astigmatism and Treatment Options
Issues Following Chemical Burns to the Cornea Hello, doctor! My eyes suffered from a chemical burn (from nitric acid), and after undergoing amniotic membrane treatment, I am currently wearing a third amniotic membrane on my left eye, while the right eye has had the membrane remov...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: The extent of the injury will determine the situation. Typically, if the cornea is injured, it will affect vision to some degree. As for the level of recovery, it depends on the extent of scarring on the cornea. Corneal reshaping lenses may not be very helpful. Please be p...[Read More] Recovering Vision After Chemical Burn: Understanding Astigmatism and Treatment Options
Understanding Styes: Causes, Treatment, and Contact Lens Concerns
Stye issue Hello, doctor. I am someone who is very prone to developing styes, averaging about 2 to 3 each month. Although they are smaller compared to others, I usually apply medication for about 3 to 4 days and they resolve. However, since I wear orthokeratology lenses, I often ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Peace: Regarding the introduction of a stye (hordeolum), you can refer to the following link https://bit.ly/2Zinvrt. It is advisable to consult an ophthalmologist for an examination and to use appropriate medication. As for whether corneal reshaping lenses can be worn, it ...[Read More] Understanding Styes: Causes, Treatment, and Contact Lens Concerns
Nighttime Orthokeratology Lenses for Myopia in Children: Benefits and Risks
Director's mailbox forwarding Are there approved overnight orthokeratology lenses (rigid gas-permeable contact lenses for myopia treatment)? What is their effectiveness in treating myopia in school-aged children? Is their use recommended? What are the side effects? What bran...
Dr. Hu Yusheng Reply:
Dear Ms. Tsai, Corneal reshaping lenses, also known as orthokeratology lenses, are a type of contact lens designed to reshape the cornea's surface. The principle behind these lenses is to redistribute the surface cells of the cornea, altering its curvature to achieve the de...[Read More] Nighttime Orthokeratology Lenses for Myopia in Children: Benefits and Risks