Understanding Glare Around Streetlights: An Eye Health Perspective
Looking at streetlights? Hello, doctor. When I look at streetlights, I feel like the outer ring of the light is radiating a glow.
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Light Interference: When the eyes are exposed to intense light, the light may reflect, scatter, or interfere within the eye, creating a sensation of glare or halos. 2. Astigmatism: Astigmatism is a condition where the eye cannot properly focus light on the retina, resul...[Read More] Understanding Glare Around Streetlights: An Eye Health Perspective
Understanding Visual Disturbances: Why Do I See Ghost Images on White Text?
Recently, when I look at white text on a black background, I see something that resembles a shadow or ghosting effect? Hello Doctor: Last week, I felt something unusual with my eyes. In the morning, I noticed my vision was foggy, and it took about ten minutes to return to normal....
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello, Miss Yu: Since I have not encountered similar patients in clinical practice, I am unable to provide further advice. As you have already visited two ophthalmology clinics, if you still have concerns, it would be more reassuring to go directly to a larger hospital for an exa...[Read More] Understanding Visual Disturbances: Why Do I See Ghost Images on White Text?
Managing Eye Fatigue: Tips for Relief and Treatment Options
Eye fatigue Hello, Doctor. I apologize for bothering you, but I have a long-term issue that I have not been able to resolve, and I would like to seek your advice. I am 28 years old and have myopia of about -7 diopters. Over the past five years, I have experienced multiple symptom...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If you have already consulted with ophthalmology and orthopedics, please follow your physician's recommendations for follow-up care. Additionally, I have a few suggestions for you: 1. Adjust your work habits: Prolonged use of computers, reading, and using mobile dev...[Read More] Managing Eye Fatigue: Tips for Relief and Treatment Options
Understanding Eyebrow Pain: Causes, Relief, and When to See a Doctor
Orbital pain related issues? Hello, Doctor Gao: After waking up today, I noticed pain in the upper part of my left eye socket. I'm not sure what the cause is. Could using the computer and phone more than usual yesterday lead to this situation? My vision seems to be unaffecte...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: The pain in the area above your left eye may have multiple causes. Prolonged use of computers and smartphones could be a contributing factor, as staring at screens for extended periods can lead to eye strain and discomfort. In addition to prolonged use of electronic device...[Read More] Understanding Eyebrow Pain: Causes, Relief, and When to See a Doctor
Understanding Glare and Its Impact on Eye Health: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Glare in the eyes Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my prescription, which is -5.75 for myopia, -7.25 for astigmatism, and -2.50 for astigmatism in both eyes. Recently, I changed jobs and my new workplace has a lot of dust. After working there for a while, I noticed that I...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Dry eye syndrome can present with varying symptoms depending on environmental conditions and may also lead to blurred vision. Your work environment, which has a lot of dust, could contribute to similar issues. It is difficult to determine if your visual disturbances are caused by...[Read More] Understanding Glare and Its Impact on Eye Health: When to Seek Further Evaluation
Alternative Transportation Options After Eye Dilation Exam Without a Companion
If you undergo a dilated eye exam without anyone accompanying you, you should avoid driving or riding a motorcycle. Alternative transportation options include taking public transportation, using a taxi or rideshare service, or asking a friend or family member for a ride? Because ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If you are unable to drive or ride home, you may consider the following options: 1. Take public transportation or a taxi. This does not require someone to accompany you. 2. The degree of blurriness after dilation varies from person to person. In my own experience, I only f...[Read More] Alternative Transportation Options After Eye Dilation Exam Without a Companion
Understanding Floaters and Persistent Light Spots in Your Vision
In cases of floaters, when looking at the sky, one may observe countless irregularly moving small bright spots? Hello Doctor, about five or six years ago, I went to Canada and I think I might have injured my eyes from the glare off the lake. Since then, I've experienced floa...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
Suggestion 1: Discuss the above situation further with your attending physician to determine if additional examinations are necessary. 2: Alternatively, consider consulting at another ophthalmology clinic for a second opinion. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Floaters and Persistent Light Spots in Your Vision
Preoperative Cataract Assessments: Understanding Costs and Options
Preoperative Examination for Cataract Surgery Hello, Doctor: 1) At the beginning of this month, I took my father to the ophthalmology outpatient clinic at Taipei Veterans General Hospital for visual field testing and optical coherence tomography (OCT). After the examinations, he...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. The cloud-based data sharing only includes medication information used within the past three months; examination results and other aspects are not shared. Therefore, each medical institution needs to conduct these examinations preoperatively, and results from other lo...[Read More] Preoperative Cataract Assessments: Understanding Costs and Options
Understanding Eye Fatigue: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Eye fatigue For the past two weeks, I have noticed significant redness in my eyes, with occasional mild itching but no pain. I experience glare or halos when looking at lights, and it feels more difficult to focus than before. Moving my eyes has become challenging. After visiting...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If there is still no improvement, it is recommended that you visit an ophthalmologist to inform the doctor of your condition for further evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Eye Fatigue: Causes, Symptoms, and Solutions
Understanding Enlarged Pupils: Cataract Surgery and Lens Options
Mydriasis Dear Doctor, I recently sought treatment for cataracts, but during the examination, the doctor mentioned that my pupil is not very "regular" and is larger than normal (measuring about 8.5 mm). The doctor indicated that currently available intraocular lenses do...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
I recommend that you discuss the above situation further with your attending physician, focusing on symptom management, or to see if further examinations are necessary. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Enlarged Pupils: Cataract Surgery and Lens Options
Understanding Glare: Unraveling Unexplained Eye Symptoms
Glare, cause unknown? Hello doctor, six months ago I started experiencing glare in my eyes, and at night, I see car headlights spreading out into large beams. Over the past six months, there has been no improvement. I have not undergone laser surgery, and I have had my eyes check...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
I recommend that you: 1. Discuss the above situation further with your attending physician, focusing on symptom management or determining if further examinations are necessary. 2. Consider seeking treatment from other medical institutions if needed. Thank you, and wishing you goo...[Read More] Understanding Glare: Unraveling Unexplained Eye Symptoms
Post-Cataract Surgery: Dealing with Unexpected High Hyperopia Concerns
Post-cataract surgery, the patient developed over 200 degrees of hyperopia? Hello Doctor: It has been two weeks since my surgery. I had laser eye surgery for high myopia 20 years ago, and during a recent check-up, cataracts were discovered. I discussed this with my doctor, who me...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
You can consult with the surgeon.[Read More] Post-Cataract Surgery: Dealing with Unexpected High Hyperopia Concerns
Understanding Eye Discomfort: Symptoms, Causes, and Next Steps
Inquiry about eye discomfort? Hello Doctor: Two months ago, after experiencing severe headaches, I began to feel eye fatigue and blurred vision. I have already consulted a neurologist and about six ophthalmologists. The headaches have ceased, and examinations showed no abnormalit...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Liao: 1. Since floaters are harmless and there is no active treatment available, the current examination should be sufficient. 2. It is possible that your prescription is too strong, which may cause fatigue and difficulty focusing. You might consider trying multifoca...[Read More] Understanding Eye Discomfort: Symptoms, Causes, and Next Steps
Understanding Nystagmus: Can You Wear Contact Lenses?
Eye problems Hello, there is a saying that if someone has nystagmus, it is considered more serious, and they should not wear orthokeratology lenses or contact lenses. Could you explain the reason for this restriction? When looking at brighter objects, I feel that the surroundings...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xin: It is possible that the movement during tremors may cause image instability or corneal abrasion. This is likely a normal physiological phenomenon; exposure to bright light can cause the periphery to appear darker. The flickering, differently shaped color patches may b...[Read More] Understanding Nystagmus: Can You Wear Contact Lenses?
Understanding Glare and Astigmatism: Insights from Eye Care Experts
I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that? Dear Dr. Gao, Thank you very much for your responses and guidance regarding the inquiries in articles #183973, #183935, and #183927. I have a clear understanding of the meaning of "glare" and whether astigmatism needs corr...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ah-Hsiang: 1. That's correct. Optical principles are complex, and even if the prescription is accurately filled, there may still be some optical discrepancies. However, if the prescription is not filled correctly, the issues can be more severe. 2. This phenomenon is h...[Read More] Understanding Glare and Astigmatism: Insights from Eye Care Experts
Understanding Nighttime Vision Issues: Glare, Astigmatism, and Pupil Size
Please provide the content you would like me to translate into English? Dear Dr. Gao, Thank you very much for your responses and guidance in articles #183935 and #183927. I have generally understood the content. Below are my interpretations of your replies, and I would like to a...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ah-Hsiang: 1. If the prescription is insufficient, this phenomenon will become more severe. 2. It should be so. 3. Squinting is certainly not good. However, this should be corrected.[Read More] Understanding Nighttime Vision Issues: Glare, Astigmatism, and Pupil Size
Understanding Double Vision: Is It Caused by Eyelid Gland Inflammation or Eye Strain?
Overlapping images Hello, doctor. My right eye has a vision of 1.5 with astigmatism of 50 degrees, and my left eye has a vision of 1.2 with astigmatism of 25 degrees. I have been experiencing double vision for about five years. In the past, it would occur when my eyes were strain...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen: When you are fatigued, you may experience overlapping images, which could be caused by strabismus. It is advisable to consciously focus your eyes straight ahead. When your eyes are fatigued, strabismus can lead to diplopia. Please refer to: https://bit.ly/3arCZEx[Read More] Understanding Double Vision: Is It Caused by Eyelid Gland Inflammation or Eye Strain?
Understanding Vision Issues: Myopia, Astigmatism, and Glare Explained
Follow-up Inquiry #183927 Dear Dr. Gao, Thank you very much for your response and explanation in the consultation regarding inquiry #183927. I will follow your advice and continue to observe. I would like to ask you the following questions: Q1. You mentioned that "it may b...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ah-Hsiang: 1. During the day, the pupils are smaller, so it is less noticeable; at night, when the pupils are larger, this phenomenon occurs. 2. Even with the correct prescription, this can still happen. 3. Glare is caused by scattered light within the eye, which leads to ...[Read More] Understanding Vision Issues: Myopia, Astigmatism, and Glare Explained
Understanding Eye Sensitivity: Causes of Light Sensitivity and Vision Issues
Photophobia, glare, halos, and tearing? Hello doctor, for the past month or two, my eyes have been repeatedly inflamed and tearing. At night, I experience glare from lights, and sometimes when looking at LED lights, I see rainbows. A week ago, I visited a clinic where they checke...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Hong: When the eyes are inflamed, they can become sensitive to light, and discharge may cause a rainbow effect. As for why you have difficulty seeing clearly at close distances, it would be best to have an eye examination first. Try removing your glasses to see if your ...[Read More] Understanding Eye Sensitivity: Causes of Light Sensitivity and Vision Issues
Seeing Shadows When Blinking: Eye Health Concerns Explained
There is a shadow during the blink of an eye? In the past few days, I have suddenly noticed a small elongated shadow in my right eye during the blink of an eye. The color resembles the residual glare one sees after looking at a bright light, but it disappears after I blink. I am ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello XMX: This could also be a case of floaters. If it persists, you may want to visit an ophthalmologist for an examination.[Read More] Seeing Shadows When Blinking: Eye Health Concerns Explained