Hydrogen Peroxide in Eyes: What to Do and When to Seek Help
Hydrogen peroxide exposure to the eyes? Hello Doctor, I just started using AO solution to clean my contact lenses yesterday. This morning, when I put them on, my left eye might still have some residue, and it felt a bit gritty and stinging. So, I took them out and rinsed them wit...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If you rinse it off promptly, the damage should be minimal. You can use the previous medication as a temporary measure; if the symptoms improve, you can monitor yourself. However, if the discomfort persists, you should seek medical attention quickly.[Read More] Hydrogen Peroxide in Eyes: What to Do and When to Seek Help
Understanding Eye Exam Results and Medication Concerns Before Studying Abroad
Questions about ophthalmic examination content and medications? Hello Dr. Liang. I am currently 20 years old and will be going abroad for studies in a month. I recently had my last routine eye examination before leaving, but I have some concerns and questions regarding the examin...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
It is recommended that you discuss the above situation with your attending physician to determine if further examinations are necessary. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Eye Exam Results and Medication Concerns Before Studying Abroad
What Type of Eye Surgery Did I Undergo? Understanding My Experience
What type of surgery did I undergo? Hello, doctor. Two months ago, I was referred to an emergency department at a teaching hospital in Shihpai due to extremely high intraocular pressure (65 mmHg). Around 6 PM, I was admitted, and while in the emergency room, I vomited. The reside...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello John: The more complex procedure is likely cataract surgery. The success of the surgery may depend on the postoperative results. It is normal for the sclera to appear red after surgery, and it should recover after some time.[Read More] What Type of Eye Surgery Did I Undergo? Understanding My Experience
Are Preservatives in Eye Drops Safe for Long-Term Use?
Will long-term use of preservatives in eye drops have an impact on the body? I would like to ask if Aishiming Eye Drops (Methacholine Sulfate) and Yen Kuang Eye Drops can be used long-term? The nearby ophthalmologist said that these are for maintenance and can be purchased direct...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, marry105: Please use as directed by your physician and avoid excessive use; it will not have an adverse effect on your body.[Read More] Are Preservatives in Eye Drops Safe for Long-Term Use?
Understanding Chalazion Pain: When to Seek Further Eye Care
Eye problems Eye pain can sometimes radiate to the cheeks and neck. I have seen a doctor who diagnosed me with a stye. I have been using ointment and eye drops, but there hasn't been much improvement. Can a stye cause pain to this extent?
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
It's possible.[Read More] Understanding Chalazion Pain: When to Seek Further Eye Care
Post-Retinal Detachment Surgery: Key Recovery Questions Answered
Post-retinal detachment surgery I have experienced a retinal detachment in my left eye and underwent a vitrectomy with gas tamponade on May 18th. It has now been four weeks. I would like to ask the following questions: 1. How many hours should I maintain a prone position each d...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Chen: 1. Whether you need to lie prone depends on whether there is still gas present. If there is no gas, lying prone would be meaningless. Therefore, it is best to consult with the examining physician. 2. Since surgery will result in a wound, there may be redness a...[Read More] Post-Retinal Detachment Surgery: Key Recovery Questions Answered
Understanding Eye Pain in Children: The Impact of Medication
Child experiencing pain in the right eye? Doctor, my child has been experiencing pain and itching in the right eye for about three weeks. When we visited the doctor, they diagnosed it as an infection and prescribed Totifen eye drops and Gentamicin ointment. Initially, there was s...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
It is recommended that you discuss the above situation further with your attending physician to determine if any additional examinations are necessary. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Eye Pain in Children: The Impact of Medication
Understanding High Myopia and Steroid-Related Eye Pressure Issues
High myopia and steroid-related issues? Dear Dr. Gao, Several months ago, you visited the clinic for conjunctivitis. Due to your high myopia, the doctor suspected glaucoma, and your intraocular pressure (IOP) was measured at 18 mmHg. Your refractive error was approximately -8.00...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Alley: 1. Anxiety may increase, and there may also be machine errors. 2. The morphology of the optic nerve is one indicator, but visual field testing should be the primary reference. 3. No. 4. If it has already decreased, there is no need for concern, but remember to infor...[Read More] Understanding High Myopia and Steroid-Related Eye Pressure Issues
Chronic Conjunctivitis: Struggling with Persistent Eye Redness for 3 Months
Conjunctivitis - It has not improved for the past three months? Since April 1st, after my eyes suddenly turned red, I visited an ophthalmologist. The doctor diagnosed me with acute conjunctivitis and slight eyelid edema, and prescribed eye drops. After a week, I returned for a fo...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Lin: If your conjunctivitis keeps recurring, it may be necessary to adjust your medication. You might want to consult your physician for a reassessment.[Read More] Chronic Conjunctivitis: Struggling with Persistent Eye Redness for 3 Months
Understanding Myopia: Addressing Concerns About Prescription Changes
Concerns about various issues related to glasses often stem from a fear of worsening prescription? Hello, doctor! I am around 25 years old and have high myopia (recently worsening to -12.00 in both eyes). I have been undergoing regular check-ups for six months, and my current gla...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Weng: 1. There are also genetic factors that influence non-pathological conditions. 2. The ciliary muscle is located inside the eye, and eye strain can sometimes be caused by the muscles outside the eyeball. Muscle relaxant drops may be needed to alleviate the sympto...[Read More] Understanding Myopia: Addressing Concerns About Prescription Changes
Understanding Eye Issues: Is It a Stye or Something Else?
Is it a stye or a chalazion? Since one morning when I woke up, my left eye has been experiencing a slight stinging sensation at the corner. It seems like there is a small yellow bump at the inner corner of my eye, and there appears to be some white discharge around it. I have vis...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ruiyu: The image you attached is very blurry, making it difficult to determine what the issue is. It may just be normal tissue, which is why the doctor did not find anything abnormal. If it were a stye, the doctor should be able to identify it, so the stinging sensation co...[Read More] Understanding Eye Issues: Is It a Stye or Something Else?
Can Lissamine Green Eye Drops Treat Styes Effectively?
Can a stye (hordeolum) be treated with Visine? Due to my family member currently being in quarantine, it is inconvenient to visit an ophthalmology clinic. Today, a blister appeared on the lower eyelid (likely a stye), and there is some redness and swelling around it. Therefore, I...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ms. Mao: According to the information, the components of Lismore are as follows: Dexamethasone Phosphate (Sodium) and Neomycin (Sulfate) are permissible to use. If there is no improvement, it is still necessary to visit an ophthalmologist for examination upon the lifting o...[Read More] Can Lissamine Green Eye Drops Treat Styes Effectively?
Understanding Eye Flashes: When to Seek Medical Attention
Flashes of light in the eyes? Hello, doctor. A month ago, I visited an ophthalmologist due to pain around my eyes, eye strain, and headaches. The doctor said it was normal, diagnosed me with dry eye syndrome and pseudomyopia of 200 degrees, and prescribed eye drops for a week. Re...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Judy: This situation is likely due to vitreous degeneration, which is generally benign. Please do not worry too much, but it is still recommended that you have it checked. If everything is fine, you can feel reassured.[Read More] Understanding Eye Flashes: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Eyelid Inflammation: Symptoms, Treatments, and Prevention
Eye inflammation Hello Doctor, last week I woke up with red eyes, so I went to the hospital for an examination. The doctor said it was eyelid inflammation causing conjunctival congestion and prescribed me Antazoline phosphate and Tetrahydrozoline hydrochloride eye drops with Chlo...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Chen: Using it two to three times a day should not cause any side effects. Apply a warm compress and gently clean with a cotton swab using mild shampoo (be careful not to get it in the eyes or let it flow into the eyes), as this is less likely to cause blockage of the...[Read More] Understanding Eyelid Inflammation: Symptoms, Treatments, and Prevention
Understanding High Eye Pressure: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment Options
The issue of elevated intraocular pressure? Hello, Doctor Gao. I have high myopia (approximately -800 diopters) and severe floaters (I can see many floaters in both eyes). Recently, due to frequently seeing small bright spots, I visited an ophthalmology clinic for a fundus examin...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Unilateral hypertension is also common. 2. The two may be unrelated; pain in the brow area is often associated with trigeminal neuralgia. 3. If the reading of 31 is also elevated, it is advisable to use medication before further examination. 4. It may be thought that a ...[Read More] Understanding High Eye Pressure: Causes, Concerns, and Treatment Options
Post-Surgery Flash Phenomena After Scleral Buckling: What to Know
Postoperative flashes after scleral buckle surgery? Hello! At the end of January this year, I experienced a partial retinal detachment in my right eye (upper quadrant). Initially, I underwent laser treatment, but after three months of follow-up, the condition of the retinal detac...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Zhang: 1. If you notice any abnormalities, you should get checked. If the results are normal, use that as your baseline. If future results significantly differ from the baseline, further examination is needed; if they are similar, just monitor the situation. 2. It i...[Read More] Post-Surgery Flash Phenomena After Scleral Buckling: What to Know
Understanding Slow Eye Focus: Causes and Solutions for Visual Disturbances
Slower eye focusing speed? Hello Doctor: Two months ago, I woke up one day and noticed that my eye focusing speed had slowed down. I am unable to focus properly on dynamic images (like watching YouTube or playing mobile games). Switching focus from near (text on my phone) to far ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, father of the child: Your condition is related to the ciliary muscle's accommodation issue. A dilated fundus examination can be performed, followed by trying on appropriate glasses. Other possibilities may relate to premature aging of the eyes.[Read More] Understanding Slow Eye Focus: Causes and Solutions for Visual Disturbances
Managing Acute Angle-Closure Glaucoma: Treatment and Care Strategies
Acute angle-closure glaucoma management and treatment options include: 1. **Medications**: Immediate treatment often involves medications to lower intraocular pressure. These may include carbonic anhydrase inhibitors (e.g., acetazolamide), topical beta-blockers (e.g., timolol),...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
In the case of an acute glaucoma attack, it is generally necessary to urgently lower intraocular pressure. If the pressure can be successfully reduced, subsequent treatment involves laser iridotomy, and emergency surgery becomes an unavoidable option. After the acute phase of tre...[Read More] Managing Acute Angle-Closure Glaucoma: Treatment and Care Strategies
Glaucoma Diagnosis Dilemma: Trusting Competing Eye Care Opinions
Glaucoma Diagnosis After being diagnosed with glaucoma at a clinic after years of regular check-ups, I went to another clinic for a one-time examination, which stated that I only have ocular hypertension. Which diagnosis should I trust? Currently, both clinics agree that I need t...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
If the cornea is thicker, intraocular pressure (IOP) measurements may be less meaningful. The primary assessments should focus on Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT), visual fields, and the condition of the optic nerve head. If these evaluations show no abnormalities, it is recomm...[Read More] Glaucoma Diagnosis Dilemma: Trusting Competing Eye Care Opinions
Managing Glaucoma and Dry Eye: Is Comfortan Safe for Use?
Medication issues I currently have glaucoma and dry eye syndrome. My doctor has prescribed glaucoma eye drops, specifically Kengeng eye solution, and I am using artificial tears, specifically Pataday, but they are not very effective for my dry eye condition. I am considering purc...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
I recommend that you discuss the above situation with your attending physician to determine if further examinations are necessary. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Managing Glaucoma and Dry Eye: Is Comfortan Safe for Use?