Understanding Rainbow Vision: Is It a Sign of Glaucoma?
The streetlights have a rainbow? Recently, I have noticed that when I look at streetlights or some LED lights, I experience halos around them, but I don't have any other symptoms besides feeling uneasy. I don't have these issues when looking at the lights in my home. Th...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
It is recommended that you visit an ophthalmology clinic to see if any relevant examinations are needed. Thank you, and wish you good health![Read More] Understanding Rainbow Vision: Is It a Sign of Glaucoma?
Seeing Rainbow Halos Around Lights After Dilation: Is It Normal?
After dilation, seeing halos around streetlights? Hello, doctor. I have high myopia (left eye -1050, right eye -1200) and floaters. Due to the combination of high myopia and floaters, I regularly undergo retinal examinations. In the past two weeks, I have had two dilated eye exam...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
It is possible to experience this phenomenon after dilation; there is no need to worry as long as it resolves once the pupils return to normal. Dr. Ho Chien-Hsien, Ophthalmology Department, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Seeing Rainbow Halos Around Lights After Dilation: Is It Normal?
Understanding Eye Issues: Flashing Lights and Visual Disturbances Explained
Eye problems Hello doctor, recently I have been seeing flashes on white walls and it feels like there are many things moving, especially at the edges, which is very noticeable. I am quite scared, and I have seen a doctor but there were no results. The symptoms have persisted for ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Tsai: It is possible that your symptoms are caused by eye fatigue, so you might want to reduce your use of electronic devices for a while. It could also be related to floaters. As for seeing rainbows, if it's not glaucoma, it may be due to eye discharge or dryness....[Read More] Understanding Eye Issues: Flashing Lights and Visual Disturbances Explained
Understanding Rising Eye Pressure: Concerns and Next Steps for Eye Health
Intraocular pressure is increasing? In 2019, I visited a clinic due to discomfort in my eyes. The doctor informed me that my intraocular pressure (IOP) was high, measuring 20 and 21, and prescribed glaucoma eye drops. Then, in June of this year, I consulted a different doctor who...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
If you are unsure whether you have glaucoma, it is recommended that you visit a larger hospital for a thorough examination, ideally including a visual field test. This will allow for a more objective assessment, as relying solely on intraocular pressure and optic nerve thickness ...[Read More] Understanding Rising Eye Pressure: Concerns and Next Steps for Eye Health
Managing Glaucoma Medication During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Medications for glaucoma during breastfeeding? Hello, doctor. I am a glaucoma patient and switched my eye drops to Alphagan after learning that I am pregnant. I would like to ask if I can have a natural delivery or if I need a cesarean section. I am mainly concerned about whether...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
It is advisable for you to further discuss the above situation with your ophthalmologist and obstetrician. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Managing Glaucoma Medication During Pregnancy and Breastfeeding
Understanding Eye Pressure and Headache: Signs of Glaucoma?
Eye swelling and headache issues? Hello, Doctor. In the past two to three days, I have experienced a sensation of heat and swelling in my eyes, along with pain in the back of my head. I plan to visit a clinic next week, but I still feel a bit uneasy and would like to ask you a fe...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello TIM: If you are experiencing a sensation of heat and swelling in your eyes along with pain in the back of your head, it may not necessarily indicate high intraocular pressure. It can be difficult to distinguish between glaucoma and general eye discomfort on your own, so it ...[Read More] Understanding Eye Pressure and Headache: Signs of Glaucoma?
Understanding Eye Pressure and Visual Field Tests: What to Expect
Intraocular pressure and visual field examination? During my visit to the ophthalmology clinic, I was diagnosed with elevated intraocular pressure for the first time: 26.7 mmHg in the left eye and 33 mmHg in the right eye. In the second, third, and fourth visits, my left eye pres...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Huahua: Generally speaking, if necessary, the physician will arrange for you to have an examination. A visual field test is not typically performed on the spot; it requires scheduling an appointment. Therefore, I recommend that you first make an appointment with a glaucoma...[Read More] Understanding Eye Pressure and Visual Field Tests: What to Expect
Managing High Eye Pressure During Pregnancy: Key Considerations
Key medications for managing high intraocular pressure during preconception and pregnancy? Hello, Doctor: Due to high myopia around -9.00 diopters and corneal thickness of 550-560 micrometers, OCT and visual field examinations are normal. I have been regularly monitoring my eye p...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
The safety of this medication for pregnant women has not yet been fully established. Therefore, if you are planning to become pregnant, it is recommended to avoid using this medication during pregnancy and breastfeeding, as advised by the OCT and visual field examinations. This i...[Read More] Managing High Eye Pressure During Pregnancy: Key Considerations
Understanding Glaucoma: Concerns and Next Steps for Patients
Inquiry about glaucoma? I had an OCT examination yesterday, and they told me that my values are just a little bit close to glaucoma. What should I do? 1. Will I wake up tomorrow with glaucoma? 2. Once glaucoma develops, will I go completely blind? 3. Is there absolutely no way to...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
The OCT database is compared with the general population, but due to significant individual variability, abnormalities shown on OCT may not necessarily indicate true abnormalities. To accurately assess glaucoma, it is essential to consider intraocular pressure and visual field te...[Read More] Understanding Glaucoma: Concerns and Next Steps for Patients
Understanding Rainbow Vision: Is It a Sign of Glaucoma?
Rainbow vision issues Hello, Director Gao. Over the past year, I have noticed that when I look at streetlights (and recently even ordinary lights), I see rainbow halos around them. At the same time, I find the light very glaring, and if I look for one to two seconds, I experience...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, concerned individual: Halos are a phenomenon associated with glaucoma, often due to corneal edema; however, the presence of halos does not necessarily indicate glaucoma. If there is no unusual eye pain or blurred vision, there is no need to visit the emergency room; follow...[Read More] Understanding Rainbow Vision: Is It a Sign of Glaucoma?
Managing Long-Term Effects of Acute Conjunctivitis on Vision
Post-acute conjunctivitis sequelae Doctor, after I developed acute conjunctivitis last year, I have residual effects on my cornea, resulting in white spots that blur my vision. The white spots disappear with steroid eye drops, but they reappear once I stop the medication. This ha...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ms. Li: This type of keratitis should be treated with corticosteroids. Corticosteroids are not antibiotics and do not lead to antibiotic resistance. If there is no elevated intraocular pressure during follow-up visits, it typically will not cause glaucoma. You can return f...[Read More] Managing Long-Term Effects of Acute Conjunctivitis on Vision
Understanding FML Eye Drops After LASIK: Concerns and Effects
Regarding FML eye drops after myopia laser surgery? Hello Doctor: I have undergone laser surgery for my myopia two months ago. Currently, I am using Sulmezole (active ingredient: sulfamethoxazole), EYEHELP (active ingredient: neostigmine methylsulfate), and FML (active ingredient...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello JN: Postoperatively, FML should be used as needed based on the situation. If it is not used, inflammation in the eyes can severely affect vision. The use of glaucoma drops is due to elevated intraocular pressure; if they are not used, it can also harm the eyes. One is for t...[Read More] Understanding FML Eye Drops After LASIK: Concerns and Effects
Understanding Potential Glaucoma Symptoms After Vaccination: A Patient's Journey
Suspected glaucoma Hello, I recently received a vaccine and started experiencing eye swelling and pain the day after. I frequently visited an ophthalmologist, and my intraocular pressure peaked at around 24 to 25 mmHg. It was later discovered that sinusitis was causing the eye di...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ah Miao: Your cornea is slightly thick, and both your visual field test and fundus examination are normal, so the doctor will monitor your condition for now. This is not a concern. Eye strain and fatigue are usually caused by excessive use of the eyes. Spending six hours a...[Read More] Understanding Potential Glaucoma Symptoms After Vaccination: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Rainbow Halos in Glaucoma Patients: Is It Normal?
Glaucoma ring Hello, doctor. I would like to ask if it is normal to see rainbow halos around lights (specifically, the nearest white streetlight in a row of streetlights) at night while using prescribed glaucoma eye drops, even though my intraocular pressure is within the control...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
It is recommended that you discuss the above situation with your attending physician to determine if further examinations are necessary. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Rainbow Halos in Glaucoma Patients: Is It Normal?
Persistent Eye Pressure and Blurred Vision: Seeking Answers After Multiple Exams
Elevated intraocular pressure with blurred vision, but after six visits to the ophthalmologist, it has been deemed normal? Hello, doctor. I have high myopia (over 600 degrees in both eyes). In May 2021, I started experiencing frequent eye fatigue, floaters, and blurred vision. I ...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
It is recommended that you discuss the above situation with your attending physician to determine if further examinations are necessary. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Persistent Eye Pressure and Blurred Vision: Seeking Answers After Multiple Exams
Concerns About Narrowed Vision: Should You See an Eye Doctor?
Suspecting that you have narrowed vision? Hello, doctor. I am currently a sophomore in high school. Last week, while I was studying, I suddenly felt that my left visual field seemed to be about 15 degrees smaller than my right. I'm not sure if this is actually the case. I be...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, high school student: If you feel that your field of vision has narrowed, it may not always be accurate, and a visual field test is necessary to determine the issue. I recommend that you visit an ophthalmologist for a visual field examination to rule out problems such as gl...[Read More] Concerns About Narrowed Vision: Should You See an Eye Doctor?
Understanding Glaucoma and Other Eye Conditions: Symptoms and Concerns
Suspecting that you have glaucoma or other eye diseases? Both eyes have myopia of approximately 300 degrees with astigmatism. After being exposed to bright light, such as a flash from a camera, both eyes experience persistent moving shadows (black spots) that eventually disappear...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Chloe: When you look at bright light, the intense light causes a significant breakdown of rhodopsin in the retina. Since it cannot be quickly resynthesized, this results in a temporary darkening of your vision. This is a normal physiological response and is not related to f...[Read More] Understanding Glaucoma and Other Eye Conditions: Symptoms and Concerns
Seeing Colored Halos Around Lights: Is It Astigmatism or Glaucoma?
The bulb has color on the outside? I have a prescription of -4.75 for my left eye and -4.50 for my right eye. Recently, when I look at a light bulb, I notice that there are red and blue halos around the outer edge of the bulb. This halo refers to the outermost ring of the bulb, b...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
It may be related to the lenses you are wearing; some lenses have a higher degree of dispersion, which could be the reason. This is provided for your reference. Dr. Ho Chien-Hsien, Ophthalmology Department, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Seeing Colored Halos Around Lights: Is It Astigmatism or Glaucoma?
Can Strabismus and Vision Loss Improve After Multiple Eye Surgeries?
Eye diseases Hello, doctor. I am a premature infant and I have a significant degree of strabismus in both eyes. Due to my premature birth, the optic nerve in my right eye has atrophied. I have undergone two surgeries for glaucoma and have also had my lens replaced. The function o...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
It is advisable for you to discuss the above situation further with your attending physician. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Can Strabismus and Vision Loss Improve After Multiple Eye Surgeries?
Understanding High Eye Pressure: Is It Glaucoma?
Elevated intraocular pressure? I recently visited an ophthalmology clinic for a fundus examination and had my intraocular pressure measured. The doctor mentioned that my intraocular pressure is slightly elevated. This is my second follow-up visit; during the first visit, the doct...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
It is advisable for you to discuss the above situation further with your attending physician. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding High Eye Pressure: Is It Glaucoma?