Eye fatigue, Ophthalmology FAQ

Understanding Eye Fatigue: Causes, Symptoms, and Prevention Tips

Eye fatigue Hello, if I feel eye strain and discomfort, should I rest my eyes until the discomfort subsides before continuing to read, in order to avoid eye fatigue? After using my eyes for a period of time at close range, I feel tightness and soreness around my eyes and near my ...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xin: Prolonged close-up use of the eyes can lead to eye strain. During this time, vision may become blurry. Therefore, taking appropriate breaks can help prevent damage to the eyes. Extended near work can result in pseudomyopia, which is a phenomenon of fatigue or overexer...

Understanding Retinal and Optic Nerve Issues: Key Questions Answered

Retinal and optic nerve issues? Hello, Doctor Gao! Two years ago, I underwent retinal repair, and the doctor also performed a fundus examination using other instruments. Since then, I have been regularly monitoring my retinal condition approximately every six months, but I haven&...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Jessie: 1. The doctor should have mentioned that the peripheral retina is thinner when looking downward, not the macula. 2. There may be a loss of central vision. If this leads to retinal detachment, vision can deteriorate significantly. 3. Avoid eye strain, prevent worseni...

Understanding Eyeglass Prescription Adjustments: Common Concerns and Expert Insights

Please provide the content you would like me to translate into English? Dear Dr. Gao, Thank you very much for your personal response and guidance regarding my inquiries in the article titled “#182636 Follow-up Questions on #182591 Glasses Prescription Concerns.” Through your gui...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Dr. Gao: Q1. Regarding my experience of wearing glasses and using one eye to see, I have been feeling a gradual "tightness and swelling" sensation above the brow bone and around the brow area. Could this phenomenon be caused by the pulling of the muscles around ...

Understanding Eyeglass Prescription Adjustments and Eye Health Concerns

Follow-up Question #182591: Inquiry about Prescription Glasses? Dear Dr. Gao, Thank you very much for your personal response and guidance in the consultation regarding the prescription glasses in “#182591.” I have greatly benefited from your insights. I would like to ask you the...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Dr. Gao: Q1. Regarding my glasses, where the right lens is undercorrected by 25 diopters and the left lens is fully corrected, Dr. Gao replied, "A difference of 25 diopters is not a problem." Does this mean: (1) In terms of myopia, it is acceptable to have a low...

Understanding Your Eyeglass Prescription: Key Questions Answered

Consultation on Eyeglass Prescription Concerns Dear Dr. Gao, Hello. My left eye has a prescription of approximately -300 degrees with astigmatism of about -50 or -75 degrees; my right eye is around -400 degrees with astigmatism of about -100 degrees. I have been wearing this pre...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ah-Hsiang: 1. A difference of 25 degrees is not a problem. 2. Having two eyes will naturally provide better overall vision. It can also be said that they complement each other. 3. There will be no adverse effects. 4. As long as it is comfortable and both eyes' vision ...

Understanding Retinopathy of Prematurity: Key Insights and Concerns

Retinal issues Hello, does retinopathy of prematurity primarily affect the peripheral retina, resulting only in peripheral visual field loss? (Because the surgically treated peripheral retina may have defects?) The presence of a 30-degree visual field loss in retinopathy of prema...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xin: Because most of your questions are not within my area of expertise, I am afraid of giving you incorrect answers. It is best to consult your retinal specialist. Thank you for your continued support. Does retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) primarily affect the periphera...

Understanding Eye Fatigue: Causes and Solutions for Blurry Vision

Eye fatigue Hello doctor, my eyes seem to be having some issues. When I look at things for a long time, they become blurry. For example, after looking at my phone for about 20 to 30 minutes, my vision becomes unclear. When I focus on products (silver metal products) at work, it a...

Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
This is a common presbyopia issue. If you need to work up close for extended periods, it is advisable to adjust your glasses to include the prescription for presbyopia. Dr. He Jianxian, Department of Ophthalmology, Nantou Hospital.

Understanding Visual Disturbances: What Causes Negative Afterimages?

Eye problems Hello, doctor. While I was looking at the computer, I suddenly experienced a sensation similar to seeing a negative image, which lasted for a while before gradually fading away. However, I wasn't staring at the same screen for a long time. Could you please tell ...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: This is the posterior view. If the recovery time is prolonged, it may be due to eye fatigue from prolonged computer use; it's time to take a break.

Understanding Visual Disturbances: What Causes Negative Afterimages?

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: This is the afterimage. If the recovery time is prolonged, it may be due to eye fatigue from prolonged computer use; it's time to take a break.

Understanding Visual Distortions: Is Eye Fatigue the Culprit?

Macular degeneration Hello, Doctor. Last week, I experienced a distortion in my vision where objects appeared to be enlarging and shrinking due to staying up late the night before. I also noticed that the shadows of the beams and columns on the ceiling seemed to soften, pulsating...

Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Regarding your specific condition, there have not been any similar cases encountered in clinical practice, so I am unable to provide any insights. Dr. Ho Chien-Hsien, Ophthalmology Department, Nantou Hospital.

Understanding Visual Disturbances: Causes and Solutions for Eye Fatigue

Macular degeneration I'm sorry to bother you, doctor. About a week ago, due to staying up late, I noticed that objects appeared to fluctuate in size when I looked at them in the morning. I immediately went to an ophthalmology clinic, and the doctor said that the structure of...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao You: Based on your description, it doesn't seem to be macular degeneration. It appears more like fluctuations due to vitreous liquefaction or possibly caused by ciliary muscle spasm from eye fatigue. Make sure to give your eyes plenty of rest, and if the issue pe...

Understanding Blurry Vision After Napping: Causes and Solutions

Visual haze or fog in front of the eyes? Hello, I often take naps on my desk during lunch breaks, and sometimes I might press on my eyeballs, although I'm not sure if I actually do. After waking up and putting on my glasses, my entire field of vision appears foggy and somewh...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Apple: Waking up with blurry vision after sleeping on your stomach is a common experience for many, especially during school days after a nap. This occurs because the pressure on the cornea while sleeping can lead to astigmatism, which resolves as the cornea gradually reco...

Understanding Eye Flashes: Causes and Concerns for Computer Users

Flashes of light in the eyes? Hello, Doctor. I have had floaters since childhood, and recently, when I blink rapidly or squint hard, I sometimes see a horizontal black line at a specific location (similar to the black area after a camera flash), which lasts from a few minutes to ...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Ching: If this is a recent occurrence, I recommend that you visit an ophthalmologist for an examination. Pupil dilation is not a concern and will not harm your eyes.

Understanding Eye Floaters and Flashing Lights After Laser Surgery

Recently, I have been experiencing floaters in my vision, as well as flashes of light? After experiencing eye fatigue and rubbing my eyes vigorously, I suddenly noticed significant floaters a few hours later. Feeling anxious, I immediately went to see a doctor. After visiting thr...

Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
The duration of floaters and flashes cannot be predicted.

Blurred Vision After Using Eye Drops: Causes and Recovery Tips

After using Ning Shutang, Jingliangdian eye drops, and Tebimai, my vision has become blurry? Due to eye fatigue, I was originally using Ningshutong four times a day and applying Tobramycin before bed. Around 3 to 4 AM, I applied Ningshutong before sleeping, but then felt itchy in...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Tiger Sister: Eye drops should not cause poor vision. If your vision does not improve, I recommend that you see an ophthalmologist for an examination.

Understanding Eye Symptoms: Blurry Vision, Flickering, and Fatigue Relief

Screen tremor? Dear Dr. Gao, Thank you for your previous response; it has indeed put my mind at ease. However, I still have a few symptoms that I would like to clarify with you: 1. When I blink, the image always seems to shake slightly, as if the eyelid is lifting the cornea an...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Hui: 1. When blinking, the eyeball moves up and down, which may cause this phenomenon. 2. I cannot speculate on the cause of this. It would be advisable to check and see if a visual field test is necessary. 3. From the perspective of Traditional Chinese Medicine, it should...

Understanding Itchy Eyes: Causes, Relief, and Treatment Options

Eye issues: Itchy eyes? Hello, Doctor: A few days ago, my eyes started feeling itchy. I try to avoid rubbing them, but sometimes I use a tissue to rub them instead. I also use eye drops; I’m using "Sante de U plus E alfa® Comfort Drops" in the pentagon-shaped red bottle...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, your condition may be allergic conjunctivitis. The medication "Cenovis" eye drops are not effective for allergies. It is recommended that you visit an ophthalmologist for a proper examination.

Understanding Eye Issues: Brightness Sensitivity and Eyebrow Pressure

Eye problems Hello, I would like to ask: 1. Is it normal to feel that the surroundings are particularly bright and to see reflections when just waking up? 2. Recently, I often feel a heaviness around my eyebrows while at work. Is this one of the symptoms of eye fatigue? Thank you...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. It is common to experience such symptoms upon waking up, and if they resolve shortly after, it is likely not a cause for concern. 2. It could be due to eye strain, especially if you have been staring at a computer screen for an extended period or doing close-up work, as...

Understanding Eye Issues: Insights on Retinal Checks and Fatigue

Eye problems Hello Dr. Wang. I am the gentleman who inquired about seeing slight flashes of light when looking at the sky or dark areas a couple of days ago. Today, I visited an ophthalmologist. The doctor had an assistant turn off the lights and then used an instrument to examin...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Lin: It is possible to have a non-dilated fundus examination. If the examination shows no issues, you should be able to feel reassured.

Understanding Eye Issues: Vision Problems and Post-Vaccine Symptoms

Eye problems Hello Doctor, I have a few questions I would like to ask. 1. I do not wear glasses, but I have hyperopia and astigmatism in my left eye, which has resulted in amblyopia (my vision test shows 0.1, making it difficult to see clearly). My right eye has a vision of 1.0...

Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Lin: I cannot determine whether this is a psychological effect or some other reason. Let's follow the doctor's advice for treatment and see if it improves in a few days. If there is no improvement, we can seek further medical evaluation.

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