Understanding Vitreous Degeneration and Floaters: Your Questions Answered
Questions related to vitreous degeneration and floaters? Hello, Doctor. I am 19 years old, with my right eye having a myopia of -4.50 and my left eye -1.50. I currently wear daily disposable contact lenses and glasses at home. Last month, after staying up late and using my phone ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. The appearance of wavy vision may be caused by opacities in the vitreous body or floaters, but it does not necessarily indicate that vitreous degeneration is worsening. It is recommended that you visit an ophthalmologist for an examination to assess and determine the ca...[Read More] Understanding Vitreous Degeneration and Floaters: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Retinal Thinning and Holes: Symptoms and Concerns
Retinal thinning and holes? Hello Doctor, I would like to inquire about my condition. A month ago, I had a fundus examination that revealed a retinal tear which has since scarred over. The other eye has shown thinning, and in the past few days, I have noticed an increase in float...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Flashes and floaters: Flashes and floaters are often associated with retinal issues. They may be symptoms of retinal tears or new holes. This requires further evaluation by a physician. 2. Follow-up retinal examination: It is advisable to consult an ophthalmologist as s...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Thinning and Holes: Symptoms and Concerns
Understanding Blurry Vision: Causes and When to Seek Eye Care
Misty vision? Two weeks ago, I had a fundus examination and was told that my floaters are currently not a problem, and I should return for a check-up in six months. However, in the past few days, I'm not sure if my vision issues are due to insufficient prescription in one ey...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: You mentioned that your eyes sometimes feel slightly foggy, especially under indoor lighting. This could be due to surface issues of the eye, such as dry eye syndrome, or it may be related to insufficient prescription strength, scratches on your glasses, or other factors. ...[Read More] Understanding Blurry Vision: Causes and When to Seek Eye Care
Understanding Eye Flickering: Causes and Solutions for Eye Movement Issues
Closed-eye imagery When I close my eyes, the image above my eyes keeps shaking. Sometimes at night, there are flashes of light, and when I open my eyes, the view in front of me also shakes. In the morning, if I focus on the same image, it slightly trembles. I have undergone a fun...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Eye Fatigue: Prolonged use of electronic screens, reading, or other visual tasks can lead to eye fatigue and discomfort, which may manifest as a sensation of shaking. 2. Lens Issues: Although you mentioned that the fundus examination did not reveal any problems, certain...[Read More] Understanding Eye Flickering: Causes and Solutions for Eye Movement Issues
Understanding Visual Disturbances When Closing Your Eyes
Closed-eye phenomenon Hello, doctor. Whenever I close my eyes, I feel like there is something moving in front of me, not quite like light, but more like a fan spinning.
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Eye Fatigue: Prolonged use of electronic screens, reading, or other visual tasks can lead to eye fatigue and discomfort, which may manifest as a sensation of shaking. 2. Lens Issues: Although you mentioned that the fundus examination did not reveal any problems, certain...[Read More] Understanding Visual Disturbances When Closing Your Eyes
Understanding Eye Flickering: Causes and Solutions for Persistent Symptoms
Closed-eye visuals Hello, doctor. When I close my eyes, the image above my eyes keeps shaking. Sometimes at night, there are flashes of light. When I open my eyes, I also see shaking in front of me. In the morning, if I focus on the same image, it slightly shakes. I have undergon...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Eye Fatigue: Prolonged use of electronic screens, reading, or other visual tasks can lead to eye fatigue and discomfort, which may manifest as a sensation of shaking. 2. Lens Issues: Although you mentioned that the fundus examination did not reveal any problems, certain...[Read More] Understanding Eye Flickering: Causes and Solutions for Persistent Symptoms
Flashes of Light When Turning with Eyes Closed: Should You Worry?
Seeing flashes of light while closing your eyes and moving can be a phenomenon known as "phosphene." Phosphenes are the perception of light without light actually entering the eye, often caused by pressure on the retina or stimulation of I would like to inquire about ex...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello Miss Huahua: When the eyeball moves vigorously, it can cause the vitreous to shift, which may pull on the retina and create a phenomenon known as "flashes." In some cases, this can actually lead to a retinal tear. Therefore, it is advised not to intentionally make...[Read More] Flashes of Light When Turning with Eyes Closed: Should You Worry?
Understanding Eye Issues: When to Worry About Your Vision
Fundus examination eye problems? Sometimes when I look at things, they appear distorted, and in the morning, my vision is foggy for a few minutes before it clears up. Occasionally, I see dark spots floating in my vision, and sometimes there are flashes of light, especially when t...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
Recommendations: 1. Discuss the above situation further with your attending physician. 2. Alternatively, seek consultation at another ophthalmology medical facility. Thank you. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Eye Issues: When to Worry About Your Vision
Understanding Vitreous Detachment: Symptoms, Treatment, and Eye Care Tips
Vitreous body 1. Is vitreous detachment and opacification primarily a result of the aging process leading to vitreous degeneration? 2. Does vitreous detachment require treatment? Under what circumstances is treatment necessary? How can one maintain eye health? 3. Can a fundus pho...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Vitreous detachment and opacities are typically not caused by age, but rather due to the aggregation of proteins or fibrous changes within the vitreous body. While aging may increase the risk of occurrence, it is not the sole cause. 2. In most cases, mild vitreous detac...[Read More] Understanding Vitreous Detachment: Symptoms, Treatment, and Eye Care Tips
Understanding Eye Flashes: Risks of Retinal Detachment Explained
Flashes of light in the eyes? Doctor, I would like to ask a couple of questions: 1. I had an OCT and fundus examination at a major hospital on August 16th. The doctor mentioned that my peripheral retina is somewhat thin, but still within normal limits. However, I have been expe...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Currently, the sensation you described of something sweeping from one side to the other beneath your eyes is unlikely to be related to retinal detachment. Since the examination results are relatively normal, just monitor any changes. 2. Seeing some light spots while you...[Read More] Understanding Eye Flashes: Risks of Retinal Detachment Explained
Understanding Risks and Decisions in Retinal Laser Treatment for High Myopia
Issues Related to Preventive Laser Treatment for the Retina Hello Doctor: I have high myopia in both eyes, over 1000 diopters (with astigmatism of 400+). Six months ago, I had retinal tears in both eyes and underwent peripheral retinal laser treatment. Last week, I had a dilated ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Your concerns are valid, and retinal issues need to be handled with care. Areas of retinal thinning may increase the risk of developing tears or retinal detachment, but not every area of thinning will progress to a problem. The consideration for early treatment that you me...[Read More] Understanding Risks and Decisions in Retinal Laser Treatment for High Myopia
Understanding Eye Fatigue: Symptoms, Tests, and Sensitivity to Light
Dryness and discomfort, fundus examination, flashes in the eyes? Hello doctor, I previously visited a clinic where they told me I had eye strain but didn’t perform any tests. Then I went to another clinic to see an ophthalmologist, and they also said it was eye strain. Is the fun...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
Recommendations: 1. Discuss the above situation further with your attending physician. 2. Alternatively, seek a consultation at another ophthalmology clinic. Thank you. Wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Eye Fatigue: Symptoms, Tests, and Sensitivity to Light
Understanding Optic Nerve Cupping: Concerns and Questions Answered
Optic nerve cupping Dear Dr. Gao, I have recently experienced some flashes of light when closing my eyes before sleep (usually brief). Therefore, I visited a clinic the day before yesterday, and the doctor mentioned that it might be due to excessive smartphone use and advised me...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Optic nerve cupping does not necessarily lead to optic nerve damage or glaucoma. Optic nerve cupping may represent a structural change in the eye, but it does not inherently mean that you will develop optic nerve damage or glaucoma. 2. Optic nerve cupping is usually not...[Read More] Understanding Optic Nerve Cupping: Concerns and Questions Answered
Emergency Braking and the Risk of Retinal Detachment: What You Need to Know
Emergency braking and retinal detachment? Hello, doctor. I am a highly myopic engineer (both eyes over 1000 with astigmatism of 400+). I have a history of retinal tears in both eyes and have undergone laser treatment for them. Yesterday morning, while on a business trip, I took a...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: First of all, the emergency braking situation you described could indeed put pressure on the eyes, but generally, a brief episode of emergency braking should not directly lead to retinal detachment or tears. However, given your history of retinal tears, it is crucial to en...[Read More] Emergency Braking and the Risk of Retinal Detachment: What You Need to Know
Understanding Visual Disturbances: When to Seek Eye Care and Testing
Feeling a blur around the eyes, but it seems like I can still see clearly & questions about eye health check-up? Hello, Dr. Gao: Recently, I have occasionally experienced visual disturbances, such as seeing slight tremors in certain areas or noticing some noise or a faint mo...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: (1) For patients with high myopia, regular ophthalmic examinations are very important. It is generally recommended to have a comprehensive eye exam at least once a year to ensure your visual health. (2) The health check items you mentioned already include many important op...[Read More] Understanding Visual Disturbances: When to Seek Eye Care and Testing
Understanding Unusual Floaters: When to Seek Eye Care
It doesn't seem to be typical floaters, or could it be floaters? Hello, doctor. I have a prescription of -600 diopters in my left eye and -800 diopters in my right eye, with approximately 50 degrees of astigmatism in one eye. Usually, the floaters I see are the typical black...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Colorful irregular shapes that move with your gaze and disappear after a few seconds: This type of colorful, irregular visual phenomenon may differ from typical floaters, which usually do not present with color. A more detailed examination may be necessary to determin...[Read More] Understanding Unusual Floaters: When to Seek Eye Care
Can the Retina Heal Itself? Insights from a Recent Eye Exam
Are there any cases of self-healing retinal tears? Hello, Dr. Gao. Yesterday, I went to the Hsinchu Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University for a dilated fundus examination with Dr. Zhang Jiarui. After examining both eyes, he asked me if I had undergone laser surgery for ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: You have some scabbing or scar formation, but this does not necessarily mean that you have undergone laser surgery. It is also possible that the scabbing is a result of the injury or lesion healing on its own. As long as there is scabbing, it should be fine. Make sure to r...[Read More] Can the Retina Heal Itself? Insights from a Recent Eye Exam
Understanding Flashing Lights in Vision: When to Worry About Retinal Issues
Increased photophobia? Hello, doctor. I had a fundus examination on Monday and was told everything was normal. However, today I experienced flashes of light again, so I went to see another ophthalmologist. After reviewing my records, the doctor noted that I had just had a fundus ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: The symptoms of retinal detachment include an increase in floaters, an increase in flashes of light, visual field defects, and blurred vision. There are no other more obvious symptoms. Early detection and early treatment are essential.[Read More] Understanding Flashing Lights in Vision: When to Worry About Retinal Issues
Can All Hospitals Treat Eye Conditions Like Retinal Detachment and Glaucoma?
Can all hospitals' ophthalmology departments handle conditions such as retinal detachment, macular degeneration, acute glaucoma, and cataracts? I'm not sure if every hospital's ophthalmology department can treat various eye diseases, as the nearest place for regula...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: The Hsinchu Affiliated Hospital of China Medical University should be able to examine the aforementioned eye diseases. However, not every hospital's ophthalmology department can handle all eye conditions; it depends on whether there are specialized physicians availabl...[Read More] Can All Hospitals Treat Eye Conditions Like Retinal Detachment and Glaucoma?
Understanding Astigmatism: Insights from Eye Exams and Fatigue Effects
Astigmatism issues? Today, I went for a fundus examination. After that, I had a refraction test done on the computer, and the doctor said my astigmatism suddenly increased by 200 degrees, but the fundus was normal. The doctor mentioned that it might be caused by fatigue and advis...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Based on the situation you described, I personally believe the following points are relevant: The sudden increase of 200 degrees in astigmatism in the computer-generated refraction test may have the following causes: 1. Fatigue - As your doctor mentioned, vision can experi...[Read More] Understanding Astigmatism: Insights from Eye Exams and Fatigue Effects