Eye examination, Ophthalmology FAQ - Page 31

Ocular issues: Orbital pain? Hello Doctor: In May of this year, I started experiencing a sensation of dryness and discomfort in both eyes, along with increased redness. I visited a general ophthalmology clinic, but there was not much improvement. Later, I went to Chi Mei Medical ...

Binocular disparity? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask a few questions. 1. If one eye has clear vision and the other is blurry, I have heard that this can lead to a decline in vision. Which eye is more likely to deteriorate, the clear one or the blurry one? 2. I originally h...

Retinal issues? 1. Retinal degeneration refers to the deterioration of the retina, which is the light-sensitive layer at the back of the eye responsible for converting light into visual signals. This condition can progress over time, and in some cases, it may lead to severe visio...

Conjunctivitis, eye fatigue? Hello, Doctor: I have been experiencing a feeling of eye strain and redness for about a month. I have been using eye drops for a long time, and the discomfort has gradually decreased. However, sometimes I feel pain in my left eye socket, and yesterday...

The stye has recurred, and I accidentally ruptured it while washing my face? Recently, I had a stye on my eyelid, and I went to the doctor to have it cleaned out. However, a few days ago, a small red bump appeared again, and today I noticed there was a black dot inside it. I acci...

Concerns about glasses and dry eyes? 1. Should I first visit an ophthalmologist for an eye examination before going to an optical store to get glasses, or can I go directly to the optical store? Is there a difference between the examination done by a doctor and that done at an op...

Photopsia Hello, doctor. About a week ago, I went to the hospital for an eye examination, and the doctor arranged for a 3D fundus photography. I was informed that the structure of my fundus is normal. However, in the past couple of nights, I suddenly noticed flashes of light in t...

Continuation #101570 #95150, #94382 #92081 #92043 Hello Dr. Gao, I would like to follow up on my previous questions and ask for your advice on a few issues. 1. Regarding my current situation with floaters, I have noticed that they seem to have faded somewhat. Additionally, it s...

Floaters issue? Hello doctor, I have symptoms of floaters. I had a follow-up examination two months ago, and everything was fine. However, recently I feel that the floaters in my vision, especially when looking at the sky, have become more noticeable. When I cover one eye, I see ...

Coughing with visual disturbances or seeing stars? Hello Dr. Gao, First of all, thank you for your response to my previous question. Ever since I experienced the symptoms of floaters, I have been thinking about what you said regarding the gradual liquefaction of the vitreous bo...

Retinal detachment issues? Doctor, I have floaters in my vision, and recently when I'm about to fall asleep (half asleep, half awake), I sometimes see a flash of light. I'm not sure if it's my eyelids twitching. I’ve researched and found that retinal detachment can...

Experiencing flashes of light when looking at objects? Hello Doctor, recently I have been experiencing flashes of light when I look at things, and I often see a black dot moving around. Sometimes, after sitting for a long time or getting up quickly from a squatting position, I fe...

Laser Eye Surgery I would like to ask about my eye condition. It has been a month since I had laser treatment for a retinal tear, but I still feel a foreign body sensation in that eye. The vision becomes increasingly blurry as I look closer to that area, and one eye appears darke...

Visual distortion of objects? When I closely observe objects, horizontal lines appear slightly wavy, especially in bright areas, but sometimes they disappear when I focus more. Could this be a precursor to macular degeneration?

Floaters, retina I have been seeing black spots for three years, and I recently found out online that it is likely floaters. However, I haven't gone to the hospital to check whether it is benign or pathological. Should I see an ophthalmologist now? Also, for the past three w...

Flashing issues? I would like to ask about having floaters in my eyes, but recently I've also been experiencing flashes of light. I have undergone a dilated eye exam. Can I feel reassured by this? Is it sufficient to just have regular follow-ups? Thank you.

Does astigmatism require corrective lenses? Hello, doctor. Previously, you suggested going to an ophthalmologist for a refraction test with a ciliary muscle relaxant to determine if my astigmatism correction is adequate. Does this mean that the need for correction varies from per...

Symptoms of floaters? I have been experiencing a phenomenon where, in bright places, I see streaks or lines that move with my eye movements, similar to what I notice outdoors, but it occurs inconsistently. Does this indicate that I might have floaters? Additionally, I don't ...

There are strands in the eyes? I have -5.50 diopters in my eyes. When I look at the sun, I see a small black dot and some streaks. Is this normal?

Increased incidence of floaters? Hello, doctor. I have floaters in my vision, and I would like to ask if the recent increase in floaters warrants an examination. 1. A year ago, I noticed an increase in a linear floater, but in the past month, when I squint, I see that this line...