Understanding Diplopia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Diplopia issues I previously experienced double vision and consulted a doctor who diagnosed it as eye strain. After using eye drops for a month, my condition improved, but I still have issues with my right eye. The doctor only advised me to rest more. Could there be other underly...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Wu: The possible causes of monocular diplopia include: refractive errors (especially astigmatism), corneal disorders, cataracts, lens dislocation, iris atrophy, iris surgery (resulting in two pupils), and vitreoretinal diseases. Monocular diplopia may not be related to ...[Read More] Understanding Diplopia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Amblyopia in Children: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Amblyopia in children Hello Doctor, my son is seven years old. He previously had high astigmatism (250 degrees) and experienced double vision, so he started wearing glasses for correction. It has been a month since he got his glasses, and the double vision has resolved. It seems ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Kelvin: Currently, it appears that there is no amblyopia. However, the vision in your left eye is still not stable, and there may be other factors affecting it. I recommend that you return for a follow-up appointment in two weeks for the doctor to evaluate your condition an...[Read More] Understanding Amblyopia in Children: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Eye Health: Post-Fundus Exam Insights and Concerns
After a fundus examination? I have been experiencing flashes and an increase in floaters lately, so I went to an ophthalmology clinic for a fundus examination. After the examination, the doctor said that there were no issues with my retina, but that some areas were slightly thinn...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Dear Mr. Bai, 1. If there is a significant thinning of the retina, it is recommended to proceed with laser treatment. 2. A check-up showing no issues indicates that there are no problems at that moment; however, if you experience any of the following symptoms, it is advisable to...[Read More] Understanding Eye Health: Post-Fundus Exam Insights and Concerns
Understanding Retinal Issues: Laser Treatment and Eye Health Concerns
Pupil Dilation Examination Recently, I have experienced an increase in floaters and flashes. After undergoing a fundus examination today, the doctor said there were no issues, but 1. there is some thinning of the retina, and would you recommend laser treatment? 2. Since the docto...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Tardigrades: 1. The need for thinning will depend on the situation, and if necessary, the physician will recommend it. 2. You should be able to feel reassured now. 3. For double vision, we need to determine whether it is monocular or binocular. If it's monocular, it ma...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Issues: Laser Treatment and Eye Health Concerns
Understanding Double Vision: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Diplopia Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing double vision in both eyes for the past two to three years, but not in one eye. I don’t have double vision when looking at things up close, but it occurs when looking at distant objects. This issue was originally more noticeable wh...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Wang: The most likely cause of double vision in both eyes is strabismus. Please visit a hospital with an ophthalmologist specializing in strabismus for an examination. If strabismus is exacerbated by excessive use of the eyes, the double vision may become more severe. T...[Read More] Understanding Double Vision: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Help
Understanding Sudden Blurry Vision: Causes and Solutions for Students
Sudden blurred vision? Hello Doctor, I have thalassemia and astigmatism (which I've had since childhood), and I often experience dizziness, but it doesn't affect my ability to see. Recently, I just started college, and the academic pressure is very high. I've notic...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Rabbit: Based on your situation, it is most likely a refractive issue. I recommend that you visit an ophthalmologist for an eye examination. Wearing the correct prescription glasses may resolve this condition. As for the blurred vision in both eyes while one eye is fine, i...[Read More] Understanding Sudden Blurry Vision: Causes and Solutions for Students
Understanding Double Vision in Children: Astigmatism and Treatment Options
Diplopia in Children Hello, doctor. Today I took my 7-year-old child to the ophthalmology clinic for a follow-up. The child has high astigmatism of 250 degrees in both eyes and is experiencing double vision. During the consultation, the child mentioned that they see things as dou...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Kelvin: Usually, double vision is caused by strabismus, while astigmatism can lead to monocular double vision. However, your child has astigmatism but does not experience monocular double vision, and the examination shows no signs of strabismus. It is possible that your chi...[Read More] Understanding Double Vision in Children: Astigmatism and Treatment Options
Understanding Astigmatism and Double Vision in Children: Key Insights
Diplopia / Astigmatism Thank you, doctor, for your prompt response last night regarding my child's astigmatism/diplopia issue! I would like to ask the doctor why some people with astigmatism experience diplopia while others with higher levels of astigmatism do not have this ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Kelvin: Astigmatism cannot exist without double vision; however, due to myopia, the vision is already unclear, making it difficult to distinguish double vision. If his myopia is corrected but the astigmatism is not, he will see overlapping images. In Taiwan, the Department ...[Read More] Understanding Astigmatism and Double Vision in Children: Key Insights
Understanding Visual Disturbances: Rainbow Halos and Light Trails
Extending the light rays? A month ago, I noticed that when I looked at bright lights, I saw a halo resembling a rainbow around them. I visited a nearby ophthalmologist, who examined my eyes and suggested that this might be caused by a few small holes in my cornea. I was prescribe...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Chao Da: The previous corneal perforation may have caused scarring on the cornea, which could explain the current phenomenon. As for the double vision, it may be due to irregular astigmatism caused by the scarring. However, without a personal examination, I cannot confirm ...[Read More] Understanding Visual Disturbances: Rainbow Halos and Light Trails
Understanding Blurry Vision in One Eye: Causes and Solutions
Blurred vision in one eye? Hello, doctor. I have myopia, with my left eye at -6.00 and my right eye at -6.50. Recently, I noticed that my left eye's vision is blurrier than my right eye. When I look at things with just my left eye, the colors appear lighter, and there seems ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Li: Humans have two eyes, but the abilities of each eye may not be the same, just like there can be differences in strength between the left and right hands. It is quite common for one eye to be better than the other, and it does not necessarily indicate a problem i...[Read More] Understanding Blurry Vision in One Eye: Causes and Solutions
Should You Choose Monovision or Bilateral SMILE Surgery for Better Vision?
Laser vision correction Hello, I am 22 years old. I had strabismus surgery on my left eye 10 years ago, and now I rely solely on my right eye for vision. My right eye has 0 diopters with 100 degrees of astigmatism, while my left eye has -400 diopters of myopia with 150 degrees of...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ms. Yeh: If you have been relying on your right eye for vision due to myopia and astigmatism in your left eye, without experiencing double vision and without amblyopia in the left eye, you may consider surgery for both eyes. Prolonged reliance on one eye can lead to increa...[Read More] Should You Choose Monovision or Bilateral SMILE Surgery for Better Vision?
Understanding Diplopia Treatment Options After Nerve Injury
Treatment for Diplopia (Double Vision) Hello, my nearly 70-year-old mother recently suffered an injury in a car accident that affected her fourth cranial nerve (it's uncertain whether it was due to the impact or shock). As a result, she experiences double vision when looking...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Jimmy: Shock does not manifest this way. If there is nerve damage, we need to assess the extent of its recovery. Sometimes it can take a year or more. If the damage is too severe, recovery may not be possible, and surgical intervention may be required to adjust the correspo...[Read More] Understanding Diplopia Treatment Options After Nerve Injury
Understanding Diplopia: Is Menopause Affecting Your Vision?
Diplopia issues in the past two years? Hello doctor, since my menopause, I have been experiencing eye fatigue, blurred vision, and particularly double vision, which makes reading difficult (I see double with both eyes, but not when using one eye). I have consulted several doctors...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Wang: Sometimes this phenomenon is caused by presbyopia. I'm not sure if you have switched to a different pair of reading glasses while reading. When focusing on near objects, both eyes need to converge. Prolonged convergence can lead to fatigue, resulting in an in...[Read More] Understanding Diplopia: Is Menopause Affecting Your Vision?
Does Multiple Sclerosis Cause Eye Pain? Understanding Your Symptoms
Does multiple sclerosis cause eye pain? Hello, I have been experiencing pain in the bone area above my eyebrows for the past few days. It hurts when I press on it, and sometimes I feel a slight pain when I lower my head. It has improved a bit recently, but today I noticed that so...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, college student: This type of pain is more similar to trigeminal neuralgia or eye strain from excessive use, and it is unrelated to multiple sclerosis, so there is no need to worry. The ophthalmology department at Puzi Hospital in Taiwan is open on Monday, Tuesday, Thursda...[Read More] Does Multiple Sclerosis Cause Eye Pain? Understanding Your Symptoms
Understanding Monocular Diplopia: Causes and Next Steps for Relief
Monocular diplopia condition Hello, Doctor. I have noticed that I am experiencing monocular diplopia in both eyes, with the left eye being more severely affected, particularly with vertical diplopia. I have observed that after sufficient rest, the condition in my right eye improv...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ah Shui: Monocular diplopia is likely caused by astigmatism. If it is not simply astigmatism, one should also consider the possibility of keratoconus. Wearing rigid gas permeable contact lenses can be helpful. It is recommended that you visit a hospital with a cornea specia...[Read More] Understanding Monocular Diplopia: Causes and Next Steps for Relief
Understanding Strabismus and Vitreous Degeneration: Expert Insights
I'm sorry, but I cannot provide a translation for "續問題156050" as I really want to tell my wife... there is a God, so pray quickly! First of all, Dr. Gao's professional insights are spot on! 1. I do have a similar strabismus issue. Since my right ear has had lo...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Zhang, 1. If you feel extremely tired after just one day of work, or if it occasionally happens after waking up, it shouldn't be a major concern. 2. Vitreous degeneration is a normal physiological change, and there are no methods to slow down or inhibit its occur...[Read More] Understanding Strabismus and Vitreous Degeneration: Expert Insights
Understanding Visual Disturbances: Light Flashes and Surface Waves
Flashing lights and road surface undulations? Hello Dr. Gao, due to my work, I need to operate a computer for long periods. I would like to ask you about the following: 1. About two years ago, I frequently experienced overlapping images of the ceiling lights and decorations when...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Chang, 1. It is possible that you have a strabismus issue. When you are overly fatigued or just waking up, the images from both eyes may not align, leading to this phenomenon. 2. This is likely a liquefaction phenomenon caused by vitreous degeneration. Cavities begin t...[Read More] Understanding Visual Disturbances: Light Flashes and Surface Waves
Understanding Diplopia: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Further Eye Exams
Diplopia issues Hello, doctor. I previously asked about my condition. Recently, when I look at things, especially bright objects like traffic lights and lamps, I see a layer floating above them. Sometimes, traffic lights appear to have two or three images, especially at night. Du...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Student Yang: If you are really concerned, please visit a hospital with a cornea specialty and inform them of your situation to see if a corneal topography is necessary. Without an examination, we cannot provide you with a definitive answer. Additionally, it's importa...[Read More] Understanding Diplopia: Causes, Symptoms, and When to Seek Further Eye Exams
Understanding Corneal Issues: Astigmatism and Double Vision Explained
Corneal issues / Astigmatism / Diplopia Hello, doctor. Recently, I've noticed that when I wear glasses at night, bright objects like streetlights and traffic signals appear to have a layer floating above them, or sometimes there are multiple layers. Occasionally, the halos a...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, classmate: Astigmatism becomes more pronounced at a distance, which is why distant vision is particularly noticeable, while near vision is relatively better. It is normal to experience this sensation when looking at a mobile phone. White text on a black background is more ...[Read More] Understanding Corneal Issues: Astigmatism and Double Vision Explained
Understanding Common Eye Issues: When to Seek Medical Attention
Eye problems Hello, Doctor. I am highly myopic and would like to ask a few questions. 1. A few days ago, my vision became blurry, and when I closed my left eye, I found that my right eye was completely blurry as well. It returned to normal after several seconds. Should I seek m...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, 20-year-old student: 1. A few days ago, I experienced blurred vision, and when I closed my left eye, I found that my right eye was completely blurry. It recovered after several seconds. Should I seek medical attention? It could be caused by fatigue leading to slower eye a...[Read More] Understanding Common Eye Issues: When to Seek Medical Attention