Understanding Eye Issues: Dry Eyes, Floaters, and Night Vision Concerns
Eye problems Hello, Doctor. I visited several clinics in July and August due to dry eyes (with a tear break-up time of 7.2) and an increase in floaters. All examinations (visual field, fundus, macula) were normal, and I was prescribed artificial tears. By September, my symptoms s...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. This symptom is likely to be floaters. 2. Rainbow circles can sometimes be caused by corneal edema or secretions, and dry eyes can also lead to this phenomenon. Sometimes, wearing glasses can cause similar effects due to lens refraction or humidity. If the visual field,...[Read More] Understanding Eye Issues: Dry Eyes, Floaters, and Night Vision Concerns
Understanding Pain from Orthokeratology Lens Wear: Causes and Solutions
Discomfort associated with wearing orthokeratology lenses? I have been wearing orthokeratology lenses for about six years. Recently, I stopped wearing them for a week or two because I wanted to get glasses. When I tried to wear them again (after wearing them for two to three hour...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Yang: If you have a history of corneal abrasion and are experiencing the same symptoms again, it is very likely that you are dealing with another corneal abrasion. You should have a doctor examine whether your orthokeratology lenses are still suitable for you. If you ar...[Read More] Understanding Pain from Orthokeratology Lens Wear: Causes and Solutions
Morning Eye Discomfort: Is Late Sleep Causing High Eye Pressure?
Eyes feel sore and dry in the morning? Hello, Dr. Gao. Recently, I've noticed that if I go to bed late the night before, I tend to wake up with eye discomfort and some light sensitivity the next morning. However, after washing my face, it improves significantly in about ten ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, If you go to bed late, you may experience symptoms such as eye strain and light sensitivity the next morning. This is likely due to reduced tear production from staying up late, which can lead to dry eyes and the symptoms you described. This is not related to high intrao...[Read More] Morning Eye Discomfort: Is Late Sleep Causing High Eye Pressure?
Understanding Eye Drops: Concerns About Dry Eyes and Flashing Lights
Eye drop issues? Hello Doctor, I have been visiting an ophthalmologist for the past month due to issues with dry eyes and floaters. On Wednesday, I had my first fundus examination, and the retina appeared normal. The doctor prescribed artificial tears and methacholine eye drops (...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello: You can continue to observe and keep taking the medication. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cai Wenyuan, Director of the Department of Ophthalmology, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Eye Drops: Concerns About Dry Eyes and Flashing Lights
Understanding Dry Eye and Its Impact on Myopia Progression
Myopia issues Hello Doctor, I am 20 years old and have been experiencing dry eye issues for the past month. Initially, it was a mild discomfort, but after using artificial tears for a month, the symptoms have worsened. I visited the hospital four times yesterday, and my dry eye i...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: A dry eye test result of 5mm or less indicates significant dry eye disease. A result of 2mm is considered quite severe. A change in prescription from 400 to 500 within a month is somewhat excessive; this is more likely related to accommodation issues. If you stop using the...[Read More] Understanding Dry Eye and Its Impact on Myopia Progression
Understanding Eye Floaters: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment Options
Eye problems Hello Doctor, I have had floaters in my eyes for a long time, but I have never had a specific examination for them. I was able to ignore them before, but recently they have become particularly noticeable, to the point where I can see them with just one eye, which mak...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: The presence of floaters in your vision is likely due to vitreous floaters, which are unrelated to dry eyes. You should inform your physician about the increase in floaters and undergo a retinal examination. If everything is normal, vitreous floaters are generally not a co...[Read More] Understanding Eye Floaters: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment Options
Understanding Eyelash Flaking: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
White flakes on eyelashes? Hello, Doctor. Recently, my eyes have been frequently itchy. In addition to using antihistamine eye drops, I often observe the condition of both eyes and have inadvertently noticed that my eyelashes occasionally have something resembling eye discharge. ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Xuan: 1. Occasionally, I notice a white substance at the base of my eyelashes that resembles eye discharge, and sometimes the base of my eyelashes itches. I also have occasional discharge from the inner corner of my eye. Is it possible that I have mites or some other insec...[Read More] Understanding Eyelash Flaking: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatments
Do I Need to Replace My Eye Drops? Tips for Safe Usage
What about eye drops? Hello doctor, yesterday when I opened a bottle of eye drops, the solution bubbled out and there were bubbles (I shook it before opening). Today I consulted with a pharmacist who said there is likely no major issue, and it might just be due to pressure or oth...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xuan: Typically, if a medication has deteriorated, it does not produce bubbles, so it is likely as the pharmacist mentioned that it may just be due to pressure or other factors. As for whether to change the medication, I cannot determine that from the text alone; if you ar...[Read More] Do I Need to Replace My Eye Drops? Tips for Safe Usage
Understanding Eye Discomfort and Brightness Perception Issues
Foreign body sensation in the eyes and issues with visual brightness? Hello Dr. Tsai, I have a few questions I would like to ask you: 1. For the past six months, I have frequently felt a foreign body sensation in my left or right eye. When I look in the mirror, I notice some oi...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, 1. It is best to follow the physician's instructions. 2. No. 3. There should be no issues. Wishing you peace and good health. Sincerely, Dr. Cai Wenyuan, Director of the Department of Ophthalmology, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Eye Discomfort and Brightness Perception Issues
Understanding Recurrent Subconjunctival Hemorrhage: Causes and Tests
Recurrent subconjunctival hemorrhage Hello, I have been experiencing frequent issues with my eyes lately, often feeling a sharp pain and repeatedly experiencing subconjunctival hemorrhage. I have consulted several ophthalmologists, and sometimes they say it is due to eye inflamma...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello: Generally, ophthalmology clinics do not perform blood tests; you may want to visit a large hospital for that. Wishing you safety and good health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of Ophthalmology, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Recurrent Subconjunctival Hemorrhage: Causes and Tests
Understanding Halo Effects and Light Distortion in Night Vision
Light source dispersion? Hello, doctor. When I walk at night, I notice that car headlights appear to have a halo and the light spreads out, which is very glaring. I also see similar effects with traffic lights and street lamps. Could this be astigmatism? In the past, when I had m...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Lily: It's not just astigmatism; nearsightedness can also cause similar issues at night. Since you have high myopia, your glasses may not be prescribed with sufficient strength. If you are driving at night, it might be beneficial to get a pair of glasses with the corre...[Read More] Understanding Halo Effects and Light Distortion in Night Vision
Understanding Shadows in Vision: Dry Eyes and Floaters Explained
Eye corner shadow Excuse me, doctor. I have dry eye syndrome and floaters, with myopia not exceeding 400 degrees and astigmatism not exceeding 300 degrees. Recently, I occasionally notice slight shadows when looking slightly down to the left and right, and when I tilt my head sli...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
It is likely that you are referring to floaters; I recommend undergoing a dilated eye examination by an ophthalmologist.[Read More] Understanding Shadows in Vision: Dry Eyes and Floaters Explained
Understanding Eye Pressure Issues: Symptoms of Dry Eyes or Glaucoma?
Intraocular pressure issues? Recently, I have been experiencing eye fatigue and have visited multiple ophthalmologists. Each time, my intraocular pressure was measured to be around 16-21 mmHg. I underwent OCT and fundus photography, and the doctor stated that my optic nerve appea...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, 1. Observe the situation, and if symptoms persist, seek medical attention. 2. It should not be. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Ophthalmology Department, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Eye Pressure Issues: Symptoms of Dry Eyes or Glaucoma?
Understanding Eye Issues: Floaters, Dry Eyes, and Digital Strain
Floaters and Other Issues I am a heavy user of electronic devices and my sleep schedule is reversed. I am 23 years old, and my eye prescription is: left eye: -6.00, right eye: -5.25. Since April of last year, I have been experiencing symptoms that have persisted for a year, inclu...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, as a heavy user of electronic devices, addressing your irregular sleep patterns and excessive screen time will likely help alleviate your symptoms. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Ophthalmology Department, Taoyuan General Hospita...[Read More] Understanding Eye Issues: Floaters, Dry Eyes, and Digital Strain
Understanding Eye Issues: Cataracts, Dryness, and Floaters Explained
Various Eye Problems Last weekend, I underwent a retinal examination. After completing the basic vision test (after dilation, my right eye was -8.75 diopters and my left eye was -8.25 diopters), the doctor first checked if I could receive dilating drops. At that moment, the docto...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, 1. It may mean observation. 2. Short-term use has minimal impact. 3. It is acceptable. 4. Most symptoms are intermittent. Wishing you peace and health, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of Ophthalmology, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Eye Issues: Cataracts, Dryness, and Floaters Explained
Understanding Light Sensitivity and Dry Eye Symptoms: A Comprehensive Guide
Dry eye syndrome with photophobia? Hello Doctor, thank you for your previous response. I have visited the ophthalmologist again, and the doctor said my eyes are still a bit dry, but there is no inflammation; the issues are still related to photophobia and dryness. However, the do...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello NANA: The tear film test showed values exceeding 20 in both eyes, indicating that your tear production is still adequate. It is likely that the instability of the tear film is caused by insufficient lipid layer secretion. When washing your face, pay attention to the cleanli...[Read More] Understanding Light Sensitivity and Dry Eye Symptoms: A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding Light Sensitivity in Dry Eye Syndrome: Causes and Solutions
Dry eye syndrome with photophobia? Hello Doctor, I have recently noticed an improvement in my dryness and have not used artificial tears for over two weeks. However, I still apply tears once before bed, followed by an eye ointment and a warm compress. Yet, I feel that my photopho...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello NANA: There are many reasons for photophobia, and dry eyes are one of them. Inflammation of the eyes can also cause photophobia. It is advisable to use eye drops for dry eye syndrome to see if the sensitivity to light improves. If you are concerned about the long-term use o...[Read More] Understanding Light Sensitivity in Dry Eye Syndrome: Causes and Solutions
Consultation on Using Vitamin A and Tear Film Ointments for Dry Eyes
Consultation for Dry Eye Syndrome Eye Drops Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about the usage of the following eye ointments: 1. Oasis Vitamin A Eye Ointment 2. Tear Film Eye Ointment. These two ointments were prescribed by different doctors. Due to a corneal abrasion, I need to ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. L: You can use either of the two ointments before bedtime; there is no need to apply both. Their purpose is to keep your eyes moist. However, using both will not be harmful. If you choose to use both, it is recommended to apply the vitamin A ointment first. The Ophthalm...[Read More] Consultation on Using Vitamin A and Tear Film Ointments for Dry Eyes
Understanding Eye Health: Addressing Common Concerns and Conditions
Hello, doctor. I have various questions regarding eye issues? Hello Doctor, I am in my twenties and previously worked in a computer-related job. My current prescription is -4.50 diopters. Recently, during an E-chart test, I scored 1.0. I usually use a Japanese eye drop called &qu...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, please give your eyes more rest, reduce the use of electronic devices, and have regular check-ups. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of Ophthalmology, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Eye Health: Addressing Common Concerns and Conditions
Understanding Dry Eye Syndrome: Causes, Treatments, and Solutions
Treatment for Dry Eye Syndrome Hello doctor, I have been experiencing dry eyes frequently since early March. At first, I didn't think much of it, but after a few weeks, it became increasingly uncomfortable, so I visited an ophthalmologist. After conducting a dry eye test, th...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, allowing your eyes to rest appropriately may yield good results. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Ophthalmology Department, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Dry Eye Syndrome: Causes, Treatments, and Solutions