Understanding Monocular Strabismus: Post-Surgery Vision Concerns
Monocular strabismus Hello doctor, I have had strabismus and amblyopia in one eye since childhood, with visual acuity of 0.2 in one eye and 0.9 in the other. I am nearsighted with a prescription of -2.50 diopters, and I only wear contact lenses in one eye (since I can't see ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Olivia: If you can't see much difference when wearing them, then the result is the same as not wearing them. If there is a tendency for misalignment, it will still occur regardless of wearing a monocular lens. However, since you have already undergone strabismus surger...[Read More] Understanding Monocular Strabismus: Post-Surgery Vision Concerns
Understanding Visual Disturbances: Causes and Solutions for Flashing Lights and Floaters
Flashing floaters Doctor, when I look through the screen window, the lines and grids appear to overlap with the railing or tiles, and the lines on the ground look like a caterpillar. Is this related to the phenomenon of visual snow? What methods are available to improve eye coord...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Kuan-Chieh: The phenomenon you see when looking through a screen is likely a normal optical effect. The lines on the ground resembling caterpillars are something I'm not sure about, but it is not the Scheerer's phenomenon. Please refer to this link: https://uploa...[Read More] Understanding Visual Disturbances: Causes and Solutions for Flashing Lights and Floaters
Understanding Eye Coordination Issues: Symptoms and Solutions
Eye misalignment Hello Doctor, I have another question. For the past few days, my left eye feels somewhat enlarged and is not coordinating well with my right eye. Sometimes, my left eye suddenly becomes blurry and feels tight, almost like an allergic reaction, and it’s uncomforta...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, 雅: Based on your description, it is important to identify the cause of the eye misalignment and address it accordingly. Abnormal vision can stem from issues with either the eyes or the brain. Given your previous problem with elevated intracranial pressure, in addition to c...[Read More] Understanding Eye Coordination Issues: Symptoms and Solutions
Understanding Eye Misalignment: Causes and When to Seek Help
Strabismus (crossed eyes or squint) Hello Doctor, I recently noticed that when I look at straight lines, they appear to tilt to the left. I had symptoms of migraines a while ago, but I haven't undergone any examinations. Currently, I am taking traditional Chinese medicine to...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, my degree of myopia is quite significant, so I should find some time to get it checked. 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 Eye Misalignment: Causes and When to Seek Help
Understanding Strabismus Surgery: Seeking Solutions for Persistent Eye Misalignment
Strabismus surgery Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about the issue of exotropia. I underwent surgery for exotropia over a decade ago, but in recent years, I have noticed that my eye still tends to drift, especially when I am fatigued or when I focus on someone for too lon...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Linda: I wonder if wearing glasses could help with your strabismus? Prolonged outward strabismus may lead to a situation where the eyes can no longer fuse images, and even if they try, it can result in double vision, which can severely impact daily life. I'm not sure i...[Read More] Understanding Strabismus Surgery: Seeking Solutions for Persistent Eye Misalignment
Understanding Strabismus Surgery: Why Your Eye Misalignment Persists
Strabismus surgery My left eye is deviated by 35 degrees. I later underwent surgery, where both eyes were operated on without the need for stitches. However, one month after the surgery, it hasn't improved and is still very misaligned. What could be the reason for this?
Dr. Chen Anping Reply:
Caused by insufficient correction from surgery.[Read More] Understanding Strabismus Surgery: Why Your Eye Misalignment Persists
Post-Retinal Detachment Surgery: Managing Eye Misalignment and Symptoms
Strabismus after retinal detachment surgery? Hello, Dr. Jiang. Due to retinal detachment caused by fluid accumulation in my right eye, I underwent a vitrectomy with the placement of a scleral buckle last month. The surgery was successful, and the gas has been completely absorbed....
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, 1. If you have undergone scleral buckle surgery, this situation may occur (as the buckle is placed beneath the eye muscles). It is best to observe for 3 months and address any issues if necessary. 2. Jogging is permissible. 3. There may still be some debris in the vitreous...[Read More] Post-Retinal Detachment Surgery: Managing Eye Misalignment and Symptoms
Is It Normal for Strabismus Surgery to Take 3 Months for Alignment?
I had strabismus surgery at the end of January, and it still hasn't aligned properly. Is this normal? It's been three months, and my vision hasn't improved. I still have four degrees of myopia. Could it be that my prolonged computer use has caused eye fatigue, prev...
Dr. Zhuang Yamin Reply:
Hello: In theory, a deviation of 4 degrees is difficult to judge with the naked eye. I'm not sure if you might have misunderstood the method you used for self-assessment. Do your family or friends also notice that you still have a significant eye misalignment? Sometimes, exc...[Read More] Is It Normal for Strabismus Surgery to Take 3 Months for Alignment?
Understanding Eye Misalignment: Causes and Solutions for Your Concerns
Eye problems Hello Doctor: Every time I look in the mirror, I notice that the eyeball of my left eye is positioned more to the left, rather than being centered, while my right eye does not have this issue. Could you please explain why this is happening and how I can improve it? T...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
It could be strabismus, but it is essential to have an eye specialist examine it to confirm.[Read More] Understanding Eye Misalignment: Causes and Solutions for Your Concerns
Can Surgery Correct Strabismus After Previous Failures?
Strabismus I have had acquired right eye strabismus since childhood and underwent surgery for correction 35 years ago. The strabismus reappeared 15 years ago, and due to psychological factors, the subsequent surgery on the same eye was unsuccessful. One explanation for this is th...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Madam: You previously underwent strabismus surgery to correct your eye misalignment, but it has since deviated again, and you experienced an unsatisfactory secondary surgery. Generally, the difficulty of a repeat surgery is inherently higher. Additionally, do you have any ...[Read More] Can Surgery Correct Strabismus After Previous Failures?
Botox Injections for Treating Strabismus: A New Hope After Surgery Failures
Botulinum toxin injection for the treatment of strabismus? I have strabismus and although I underwent a successful strabismus surgery that corrected my eye alignment, 20 years later, my eyes have started to deviate again. After a second surgery that was unsuccessful, I am current...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Madam: You previously underwent strabismus surgery to correct your eye misalignment, but it has since deviated again, and you have experienced an unsatisfactory secondary surgery. Generally speaking, the difficulty of a repeat surgery is inherently higher. Additionally, do...[Read More] Botox Injections for Treating Strabismus: A New Hope After Surgery Failures
Understanding Strabismus Surgery: Costs, Recovery, and Outcomes
Strabismus issues? I have had acquired left eye strabismus since childhood, and I learned online that surgery can cure it. I have the following questions, and I would appreciate the doctor's answers: A.) What is the approximate cost of this surgery in Hong Kong dollars? B...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello: Exotropia is an eye condition, and if the situation meets the criteria for health insurance coverage, strabismus correction surgery can be performed under insurance. Prior to the surgery, it is essential to undergo a comprehensive ophthalmic functional examination. Additio...[Read More] Understanding Strabismus Surgery: Costs, Recovery, and Outcomes
Understanding Strabismus: Effects and Surgical Options for Eye Misalignment
Regarding strabismus issues? When I focus on nearby objects, my left eye tends to drift outward. What impact could this have? Is surgery needed for correction? Thank you for your response.
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Sir: If the symptoms you described occur only when looking at nearby objects, resulting in one eye deviating outward, while there are no such issues when looking at distant objects, this is likely due to insufficient convergence of the extraocular muscles. In principle, yo...[Read More] Understanding Strabismus: Effects and Surgical Options for Eye Misalignment
Understanding Diplopia: Causes and Solutions for Eye Misalignment Issues
Pallor Hello, Director Ke: Since childhood, I have had a problem similar to strabismus, and when I look at others, I am often asked where I am looking. Later, I noticed in the mirror that when I focus on a single point for about three seconds, sometimes my left eye or right eye w...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello: I'm not sure about the angle of the strabismus you mentioned, whether it has a vertical component or is purely horizontal. If you could show me, I would be able to determine the type of strabismus you have. Sincerely, Dr. Mei-Lan Ke, Ophthalmology Department.[Read More] Understanding Diplopia: Causes and Solutions for Eye Misalignment Issues
Understanding Strabismus: Can Parallax Cause Eye Misalignment?
Strabismus and Parallax Hello Dr. Wu, I would like to ask if disparity can lead to strabismus. During high school, I experienced mild strabismus, and sometimes my eyes had difficulty focusing, especially after long periods of reading. At that time, I consulted an ophthalmologist ...
Dr. Wu Shengping Reply:
Hello Ms. Vita: Based on what you mentioned, you can first adjust the near vision prescription for your left eye (increase the prescription), and it should improve naturally, as a prescription of over one hundred diopters has minimal impact on focusing issues.[Read More] Understanding Strabismus: Can Parallax Cause Eye Misalignment?