Understanding the Safety of Dilating Eye Drops: Risks and Concerns
Pupil-dilating eye drops 1. If a patient undergoes two dilated fundus examinations at different ophthalmology clinics approximately six days apart, will the proximity of the dilation drops cause any harm to the eyes, such as corneal injury, cataracts, macular degeneration, or gla...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Delhi: 1. No, it won't happen. 2. No, it won't happen. 3. It's temporary, as the angle will return to its original size once the pupil constricts. Taiwan E-Hospital Puzi Hospital Ophthalmology: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM; ...[Read More] Understanding the Safety of Dilating Eye Drops: Risks and Concerns
Understanding Shadowing in the Eye: Is It a Sign of Glaucoma?
Excessive moisture retention Due to my field of study, a few days ago during an iris examination, a classmate used a penlight to shine on my iris and noticed a slight shadow in my left eye (suspected to be a crescent shadow), while the other eye showed no such finding. Could this...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello, Turtle: Even professional physicians find it difficult to diagnose glaucoma using a penlight examination. It is recommended that if there are any concerns, you should still visit an ophthalmologist for a thorough examination. Director He Jianxian, Ophthalmology Department,...[Read More] Understanding Shadowing in the Eye: Is It a Sign of Glaucoma?
Understanding Glaucoma and Eye Care: Key Questions Answered
Glaucoma and Eye Care Issues Dear Dr. Gao, Thank you very much for your kind and prompt responses to my previous inquiries. I am the patient who previously inquired about suspected glaucoma (https://reurl.cc/x0oG3e). I apologize for bothering you again. I have a few questions I ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. If the angle is narrow, dilation can sometimes trigger glaucoma; however, if it is open-angle glaucoma, dilation will not cause an issue. 2. It can occur immediately. 3. Symptoms may include sudden blurred vision, photophobia, redness of the eyes, headache/eye pain, acc...[Read More] Understanding Glaucoma and Eye Care: Key Questions Answered
Understanding Brightness Discrepancy in Eyes: Causes and Concerns
There is a difference in brightness between the two eyes? Doctor, my father has recently experienced a difference in brightness between his two eyes over the past two weeks. For example, when looking at a wall, the right eye appears darker than the left. Additionally, he has a se...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, 1. There are many possible scenarios; I recommend that your father undergo an eye examination. If there are issues with the retina, such as retinal detachment, it needs to be addressed promptly. 2. The problem could be related to the retina, optic nerve, or lens. 3. It...[Read More] Understanding Brightness Discrepancy in Eyes: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Pupil Dilation Effects: Light Sensitivity and Eye Health
Mydriatics and photophobia? Hello, Doctor. I am 18 years old. I have been continuously monitored for my eye condition at a large hospital for a total of six years, from middle school until my high school graduation. To control my myopia, the doctor prescribed me Atropine 0.3% eye...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Student Lin: 1. At your age, you can gradually stop the medication. 2. Typically, stopping the medication should not cause photophobia; it may be that the ciliary muscle starts to function again after discontinuation, leading to discomfort when exposed to light. This disc...[Read More] Understanding Pupil Dilation Effects: Light Sensitivity and Eye Health
Concerns About Eye Effects from Chewable Gastroesophageal Medications
I would like to ask about the effects of Almagate chewable tablets on the eyes? I am currently taking "Alginic Acid Chewable Tablets," and my doctor mentioned that the medication works by forming a protective barrier. I am now concerned that if my hands touch the powder...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Ke: No, it won't. The intraocular pressure is not relieved because of this. This type of medication does not cause glaucoma, so please rest assured. In Taiwan, the ophthalmology department at Puzi Hospital is open on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings f...[Read More] Concerns About Eye Effects from Chewable Gastroesophageal Medications
Understanding Eye Pain: Is High Eye Pressure a Sign of Glaucoma?
The cause of eye swelling and pain is high intraocular pressure? I visited the clinic due to swollen and painful eyes and was informed that my intraocular pressure was elevated. Initially, I thought using prescribed eye drops would suffice, but after researching at home, I found ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ah Ju: If the intraocular pressure is very high, it can cause a feeling of nausea. This may be indicative of an acute attack of glaucoma. Frequent use of electronic devices can trigger episodes in patients with a potential for glaucoma, so it is indeed possible. Please ref...[Read More] Understanding Eye Pain: Is High Eye Pressure a Sign of Glaucoma?
Understanding Chalazion Surgery: Insights on Eye Health and Treatment
Chalazion surgery Hello Doctor: I have a growth inside my lower eyelid that looks like a bag under my eyes. After being referred to a specialist, it was found that both eyelids have protrusions of varying sizes. The doctor used terminology I didn't quite understand, but it s...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, regarding the chalazion surgery, it is not an urgent procedure, and you can wait until you return to Taiwan to have it done. As for glaucoma, it is sometimes detected through elevated intraocular pressure measurements or by examining the optic nerve for abnormalities. Ther...[Read More] Understanding Chalazion Surgery: Insights on Eye Health and Treatment
Post-Cataract Surgery Eye Drops: When to Continue and Possible Vision Issues
Postoperative eye drops for cataract surgery? Hello, my mother underwent cataract surgery on September 22 and had a follow-up appointment the next day. The doctor prescribed Restasis and Colobreathe eye drops, advising her to use them until the stitches were removed on September ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Dear Miss Wang, There are many causes of blurred vision, such as infections, inflammation, elevated intraocular pressure, and corneal edema. However, if you experience a sudden change in vision, please do not wait and seek medical attention immediately. If you cannot see your or...[Read More] Post-Cataract Surgery Eye Drops: When to Continue and Possible Vision Issues
Understanding Glaucoma Risks: High Myopia and Eye Pressure Concerns
Questions related to glaucoma? Hello Doctor: I have high myopia (approximately 800 degrees in both eyes). Yesterday, during a visit to an ophthalmology clinic, it was mentioned that my intraocular pressure was slightly elevated (19 and 21 in both eyes). Therefore, I went to a maj...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Glaucoma is a progressive disease, so it is important to compare its changes over time. Therefore, a single examination serves as a baseline for future comparisons. It is the same regardless of how many hospitals you visit; each time is considered a first visit. Currently,...[Read More] Understanding Glaucoma Risks: High Myopia and Eye Pressure Concerns
Understanding Glaucoma: Key Questions and Concerns for Patients
Questions about glaucoma? Dear Doctor, My father experienced blurred vision in his left eye about six months ago and initially visited a local clinic. The doctor diagnosed him with cataracts, but stated that it had not progressed to the point of requiring surgery, so my father o...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Wang: 1. Visual field (VF) testing is a passive examination. In addition to optic nerve disorders, cataracts can sometimes also affect the results. Optical coherence tomography (OCT) is a subjective method of examination that can reveal the condition of the optic nerve...[Read More] Understanding Glaucoma: Key Questions and Concerns for Patients
Understanding Myopia, Glaucoma, and Eye Health Concerns
Myopia correction and glaucoma? Hello, doctor. I am currently a junior in college, and my myopia is -9.50 in the left eye and -11.00 in the right eye, with astigmatism of -2.00 in both eyes. Recently, I suddenly experienced headaches and dizziness, along with eye pain. I visited ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. A cold can potentially cause headaches and eye pain. During a cold, all bodily functions may be affected, including the eye's ability to focus, which could lead to conditions like conjunctivitis and blurred vision. 2. Laser treatment is possible, but many facto...[Read More] Understanding Myopia, Glaucoma, and Eye Health Concerns
Managing Uveitis: Treatment, Complications, and Cataract Concerns
Treatment and Complications (Sequelae) of Iritis Hello Doctor, I have experienced iritis four times this year, approximately once a year, with each episode occurring during the transition from summer to autumn. Since the first episode, the doctor at the clinic requested blood tes...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Qianqian: When iritis is mild, there are usually no significant symptoms. However, when it becomes severe, it can lead to acute glaucoma, causing pain and blurred vision. Cataracts are also a common complication of recurrent iritis that is difficult to avoid. Iritis associa...[Read More] Managing Uveitis: Treatment, Complications, and Cataract Concerns
Understanding Dry Eye Syndrome and Its Connection to Glaucoma Risks
Primary Diagnosis (H04122) Dry Eye Syndrome of Left Lacrimal Gland 1. What is the primary diagnosis? 2. I paid out of pocket for OCT and diabetic fundus photography without using dilating eye drops, as well as vision and intraocular pressure tests. 3. I remember the doctor te...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. It refers to dry eye syndrome. 3. Continuous thinning of the cornea can lead to glaucoma; I'm not sure about the theory behind it. Perhaps it should be related to the thinning of the retinal nerve fiber layer. The doctor mentioned that it should be fine within a ye...[Read More] Understanding Dry Eye Syndrome and Its Connection to Glaucoma Risks
Understanding Glaucoma: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Suspected glaucoma Hello Doctor, I would like to ask a few questions: My father has mild cataracts, which have led to a decline in vision in his left eye, with a corrected vision result of 0.3. Previously, the doctor suspected that the cataracts were affecting his vision, but dur...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Wang: 1. Both cataracts and glaucoma can affect vision. If the surgery goes smoothly, complications are unlikely to occur. 2. Glaucoma requires monitoring of intraocular pressure, the condition of the optic nerve, and visual field tests. 3. For more detailed informa...[Read More] Understanding Glaucoma: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment Options
Glaucoma and Eyewear: Does Switching Glasses Affect Eye Pressure?
Glaucoma and changing glasses? I have glaucoma and recently had an accident that broke my glasses, so I got two new pairs. One pair has pressure-relieving lenses, and the other is a regular pair. I would like to ask the doctor if alternating between the two pairs of glasses could...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
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Essential Eye Care Tips for High Myopia and Elevated Eye Pressure
Prevention of Eye Diseases Hello, Doctor. I have a prescription of -500 diopters in both eyes and high intraocular pressure, with one eye measuring 27 mmHg and the other 28 mmHg. After examination, it was noted that I have a thick cornea. Given that my job requires me to stare at...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Lily: 1. If you are using a heating pad while lying down, it may exert pressure on the cornea, which can cause temporary blurred vision. The temperature of the heating pad should not exceed 40 degrees Celsius, as this can also lead to blurred vision. 2. No. 3. It shou...[Read More] Essential Eye Care Tips for High Myopia and Elevated Eye Pressure
Understanding Drug Interactions in Ophthalmology: A Patient's Concern
Drug interactions Hello doctor, I have been seeing a neurologist this year and taking autonomic nervous system medications (Erispan-S 0.25mg) and (Propranolol 10mg). This past month, I was diagnosed with high myopia and glaucoma, and I started using Mikelan LA 2% ophthalmic solut...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Nana: The side effects of Mikelan are minimal. However, it is a beta-blocker, similar in action to propranolol, and the two medications may cause your discomfort due to their similar effects. You may want to consult with an ophthalmologist to see if you can switch to a diff...[Read More] Understanding Drug Interactions in Ophthalmology: A Patient's Concern
Post-Operative Concerns After Glaucoma Surgery: Allergic Reactions and Eye Pressure
Postoperative issues after glaucoma surgery? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about a suspected allergic reaction in the non-surgical eye following glaucoma surgery (under general anesthesia) on one eye. The symptoms include: 1. Eyelid swelling that gradually subsided over thre...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello Ms. Q: The normal surgical process should not affect the other eye due to any preparatory actions. I recommend that you consult your attending physician to understand why the intraocular pressure in the other eye has increased. Director He Jianxian, Ophthalmology, Nantou Ho...[Read More] Post-Operative Concerns After Glaucoma Surgery: Allergic Reactions and Eye Pressure
Seeing Green Lights in Darkness: Is It Glaucoma?
Vision in Low Light Conditions I would like to ask the doctor, sometimes I see green light in dark places, and even when I close my eyes. Could this be glaucoma? Thank you.
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, A-Guan: This is not glaucoma; it should be visual hallucinations. Please refer to: https://bit.ly/2VNsdxL for more information on glaucoma: https://bit.ly/2GitJ6e. The ophthalmology department at Puzi Hospital in Taiwan is open on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday morn...[Read More] Seeing Green Lights in Darkness: Is It Glaucoma?