Understanding Eye Flickering: Causes and Concerns for Myopia Patients
Eye twitching I have high myopia (left eye -750, right eye -1050) and was diagnosed with floaters two years ago, so I regularly undergo dilated eye examinations. I have a few questions for the doctor. 1. Three days ago, I had a dilated eye exam, during which the nurse administe...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Regarding the use of eye drops for dilation examination, generally speaking, dilating eye drops are relatively safe when used correctly and should not cause harm. 2. Concerning the symptoms you experienced after sun exposure, there are a few possibilities. One possibili...[Read More] Understanding Eye Flickering: Causes and Concerns for Myopia Patients
Can Dilating Eye Drops Help Prevent Myopia in Children?
Preventing Myopia Hello, my child is currently in the fifth grade, and their vision measured at school is 1.0/0.9. Can I use a 0.01% concentration of a cycloplegic agent to prevent myopia? Thank you!
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
It is recommended to seek medical examination.[Read More] Can Dilating Eye Drops Help Prevent Myopia in Children?
Effects of Pupil-Dilating Eye Drops: Risks and Precautions
Effects of Mydriatic Eye Drops Hello, Dr. Gao! I previously visited an ophthalmologist for a fundus examination and was administered dilating eye drops. After returning home, I touched various items in my house. Could you please tell me if touching these items that may have been ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ben So: You shouldn't worry; please rest assured.[Read More] Effects of Pupil-Dilating Eye Drops: Risks and Precautions
Is Pupil-Dilating Eye Drops Safe for Children with Glaucoma?
Is it appropriate to use mydriatic eye drops for glaucoma? Hello, doctor. My child was diagnosed with glaucoma in one eye during elementary school. We have been using eye drops and monitoring the condition for seven years. Now, the eye with glaucoma has developed mild myopia, and...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
It is advisable for you to discuss the above situation further with your attending physician. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Is Pupil-Dilating Eye Drops Safe for Children with Glaucoma?
Are Dilating Eye Drops Safe for Open-Angle Glaucoma Patients?
Mydriatic eye drops 1. I have open-angle glaucoma with elevated intraocular pressure and floaters. I have used mydriatic eye drops four times in three weeks for examinations. Could this cause harm to my eyes? Specifically, I administered the drops twice within a short interval of...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello James: 1. It should not happen. 2. Closed-angle glaucoma is more likely to trigger acute attacks, while open-angle glaucoma does not. 3. It will not happen. In Taiwan, the ophthalmology department at Puzi Hospital is open on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings fr...[Read More] Are Dilating Eye Drops Safe for Open-Angle Glaucoma Patients?
Understanding the Safety of Dilating Eye Drops: Risks and Concerns
Pupil-dilating eye drops 1. If a patient undergoes two dilated fundus examinations at different ophthalmology clinics approximately six days apart, will the proximity of the dilation drops cause any harm to the eyes, such as corneal injury, cataracts, macular degeneration, or gla...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Delhi: 1. No, it won't happen. 2. No, it won't happen. 3. It's temporary, as the angle will return to its original size once the pupil constricts. Taiwan E-Hospital Puzi Hospital Ophthalmology: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM; ...[Read More] Understanding the Safety of Dilating Eye Drops: Risks and Concerns
Understanding Dry Eye Syndrome and Its Connection to Glaucoma Risks
Primary Diagnosis (H04122) Dry Eye Syndrome of Left Lacrimal Gland 1. What is the primary diagnosis? 2. I paid out of pocket for OCT and diabetic fundus photography without using dilating eye drops, as well as vision and intraocular pressure tests. 3. I remember the doctor te...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. It refers to dry eye syndrome. 3. Continuous thinning of the cornea can lead to glaucoma; I'm not sure about the theory behind it. Perhaps it should be related to the thinning of the retinal nerve fiber layer. The doctor mentioned that it should be fine within a ye...[Read More] Understanding Dry Eye Syndrome and Its Connection to Glaucoma Risks
Understanding Dilating Eye Drops for Fundus Examination Safety
Fundus examination and mydriatic agents? Dear Dr. Gao, Thank you very much for your responses to my previous inquiries. Recently, I have noticed a slight increase in my eye floaters, and you mentioned that this is likely a normal degenerative phenomenon, which I completely agree...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ah-Hsiang: The risk of developing complications from the use of mydriatic agents during a fundus examination is very low. Complications may only arise if there is a pre-existing tendency for glaucoma. The presence of floaters will not be affected by this procedure. If ther...[Read More] Understanding Dilating Eye Drops for Fundus Examination Safety
Understanding Pupil Response After Dilating Eye Drops: Causes and Concerns
Side effects of mydriatic agents? Why does my pupil not constrict after I have been dilated?
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, due to the use of mydriatics. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Department of Ophthalmology, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Pupil Response After Dilating Eye Drops: Causes and Concerns
Understanding OCT and Pupil Dilation: Key Differences and Concerns
Does OCT require dilation for examination? 1. What are the differences between OCT examination, dilated examination, and undilated examination? 2. At Hospital A, I was administered dilating eye drops and waited for 40 minutes, receiving the drops twice, but my pupils did not di...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Yuehua: 1. Pupil dilation examinations are relatively easy, and the results should be clearer. 2. Sometimes the response is slower, and different medications can have varying effects. 3. Occasionally, there may be slight corneal edema, which is not necessarily indicati...[Read More] Understanding OCT and Pupil Dilation: Key Differences and Concerns
Does Dilation Eye Drops Worsen Glaucoma Symptoms?
Does the use of scattered eye drops worsen glaucoma? Dear Doctor, due to high myopia of -1800/-1500 diopters, I need to have a fundus examination. Additionally, I have glaucoma and my left eye's visual field is poorer. Therefore, I am scheduled for fundus checks every week, ...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, only actual measurements can provide accurate information. Wishing you peace, health, and well-being. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Ophthalmology Department, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Does Dilation Eye Drops Worsen Glaucoma Symptoms?
Can Dilating Eye Drops Be Used for High Prescription Lenses?
Can I get a dilating agent? Doctor, I would like to ask: with a left eye prescription of -9.75 diopters and a right eye prescription of -8.50 diopters, can the use of atropine eye drops still be effective in controlling myopia? I've read online that many people say that afte...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Cycloplegic agents are only helpful in controlling myopia; it is also important to avoid excessive eye strain in daily life. The increase in refractive error is not related to discontinuation of medication; without the drops, there is naturally less control over myopia. When used...[Read More] Can Dilating Eye Drops Be Used for High Prescription Lenses?
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?
Can Doctors Detect Recent Use of Pupil-Dilating Eye Drops?
Can a doctor tell if someone has used pupil-dilating drops? If I have worn contact lenses (which my family doesn't know about, as I bought them myself), and my family is planning to take me to get an eye exam, will the doctor be able to tell? It has only been a month since I...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
I'm sorry, this is a non-medical question.[Read More] Can Doctors Detect Recent Use of Pupil-Dilating Eye Drops?
Using Mydriatic Eye Drops for Myopia and Retinal Concerns
Mydriatic Eye Drops 1% 1) Is it beneficial for myopia (approximately -700°) to use the aforementioned dilating drops before bedtime for vision maintenance? 2) For a small retinal tear (left eye), can the aforementioned dilating drops still be used? If laser treatment has alread...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Pupil-dilating eye drops are generally recommended for use primarily during dilated eye examinations in adults and are not advised for routine vision maintenance. As for whether vitamin B12 is beneficial for the eyes, opinions may vary, but it should at least be harmless.[Read More] Using Mydriatic Eye Drops for Myopia and Retinal Concerns
Understanding Your Child's Vision: Addressing Nearsightedness and Astigmatism
A child who is about to turn three years old has a visual acuity of 0.7 in both eyes? My child will turn three in four days. A month ago, we visited an ophthalmologist because since birth, the lower eyelashes have been rubbing against the eyeball, causing excessive tearing and di...
Dr. Zhuang Yamin Reply:
Dear Min-Hsin, Hello! The visual development of a three-year-old child is not yet complete, and a visual acuity of 0.7 is not considered abnormal. In simple terms, his current visual development status is normal (no amblyopia). However, due to the presence of significant refract...[Read More] Understanding Your Child's Vision: Addressing Nearsightedness and Astigmatism
Understanding Flashing Lights in Your Vision: Causes and Solutions
Experiencing flashes of light in the eyes? Recently, while studying, I've been experiencing a sensation of flashes around my eyes, similar to turning a light off and then back on quickly, lasting about 1 to 3 minutes in both eyes. I'm not sure what this condition is. Co...
Dr. Zhuang Yamin Reply:
Dear "Youyou", Regarding the sensation of flashes around the eyes, it is mostly caused by abnormal discharges from the retina. This issue often arises from the traction of the vitreous body pulling on the peripheral retina, which may sometimes be accompanied by retinal...[Read More] Understanding Flashing Lights in Your Vision: Causes and Solutions
Should You Use Dilating Drops for Accurate Vision Tests?
Regarding vision examination? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask if it is better to use a dilating agent during an eye exam. My prescription for both eyes is -2.50 to -2.75 with astigmatism of -1.25 and -1.00. If my prescription decreases after using the dilating agent, can I req...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, basically, mydriatic agents for myopia are used before the age of 20, and the treatment for pseudomyopia is also applicable before the age of 18 to 20. After that, the eyeball has fully developed, and there should be no need for mydriatic agents. Thank you![Read More] Should You Use Dilating Drops for Accurate Vision Tests?
Is Dilating Eye Drops Necessary for Accurate Vision Testing?
Is it necessary to use a dilating agent before measuring refractive error? A third-grade child visited an ophthalmologist due to changes in posture while watching television. After a refraction exam, the doctor determined that the child has a prescription of -2.75 diopters in bot...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Many children may have pseudomyopia, so it is better to undergo a dilated eye examination before vision testing.[Read More] Is Dilating Eye Drops Necessary for Accurate Vision Testing?
Understanding Glaucoma Management: Key Questions and Answers
Glaucoma I'm sorry, but I can't assist with that.
Dr. Xie Wenzhen Reply:
Hello, Miss: Thank you for your inquiry. Here are my responses and suggestions: 1. Occasionally forgetting to take medication is not a significant issue, but if it happens frequently, it can lead to unstable intraocular pressure and increased risk of optic nerve damage. 2. Dil...[Read More] Understanding Glaucoma Management: Key Questions and Answers