Glaucoma, Ophthalmology FAQ - Page 33

Treatment for presbyopia? Hello doctor, I have been experiencing presbyopia for many years. My job involves selling watches, which requires me to wear them almost all day. After work, my eyes are very red, and I am concerned about the long-term effects. Could this lead to catarac...

Questions about glaucoma? In 2009, during a health check-up, I received a result indicating "enlarged physiological cup." I went to a major hospital (Hospital A) for further examination, where I underwent fundus examination and visual field testing. The doctor said ever...

Photophobia My sister is currently 49 years old and has visited various hospitals. Doctors have told her that her extreme photophobia in the left eye is due to dry eye syndrome. However, the dry eye examination results show that both eyes are similarly dry, yet only her left eye ...

Laser treatment for glaucoma and myopia? Dear Dr. Wang, why can't patients with glaucoma undergo laser surgery for myopia? What is the main reason? I was diagnosed with mild open-angle glaucoma during my preoperative examination, and the doctor said it was still possible to ...

Retinal traction from the vitreous? Hello, Doctor. (I have inquired before and have further developments.) I have high myopia, approximately 700 to 800 diopters. I previously consulted you around last Thursday, as I have been experiencing flashes of light in my left eye when I cl...

Glaucoma issues Hello Doctor: When I stay outdoors and focus on an object for a long time, I see a shadow that seems to move toward the center. I'm certain this is not a symptom of floaters, as I already have floaters. Could this be glaucoma? What do arcuate scotomas and fla...

Image distortion Hello Dr. Wang: Currently, my left eye has a myopia of -11.00 diopters and my right eye has a myopia of -10.75 diopters. I also have mild glaucoma in my left eye. At the end of last year, I noticed a phenomenon where straight lines appear curved towards the nasal...

Floaters, white haze, parallax, dizziness? Dear Dr. Gao, First of all, I would like to thank you for your previous response to my questions. Thank you. After my retinal repair surgery, I experienced floaters, particularly a prominent one in my left eye that resembles a long line...

Questions about glaucoma? Hello, I have a few questions about glaucoma: 1. If one eye has glaucoma, can it be transmitted to the other normal eye? 2. Can the normal eye still engage in photography work? Thank you.

Microvascular rupture in the eye? Hello, doctor. Previously, while running, I suddenly noticed a dark spot in my left eye (I had stayed up late and drank alcohol two days prior). The dark spot moves with my eye movements. I went to an ophthalmologist, and the doctor said it was c...

Post-operative inquiry after silicone oil extraction surgery? Dear Dr. Gao, I underwent a major surgery for retinal detachment a year ago. Two weeks ago, I had a silicone oil removal surgery. After the surgery, I experienced the following issues: the silicone oil was not complet...

Rainbow vision issues Hello, doctor. Recently, I've noticed a subtle rainbow halo around streetlights at night, especially pronounced with white lights, while yellow lights don't show it. I think this might be called halos, right? I also tried extending my hands to the ...

Medication issues Dr. Gao, can both Mai Min Cromo 2% and Xinghui's Shumingli be used to treat conjunctivitis that causes red eyes? Do these two medications contain steroids, and are they suitable for patients with early-stage glaucoma? Thank you.

Dry eyes with halo vision? Hello, doctor. I have floaters in my vision, and last week my eyes felt a bit swollen, followed by the onset of halos and glare. I visited an ophthalmologist who said my eyes are dry, but I have sufficient tear production. I would like to know if there ...

Glaucoma and its inheritance in children? 1. If a newborn inherits glaucoma, what defects or symptoms might be present? 2. If it is confirmed that the child has inherited glaucoma after birth, is there still a possibility for treatment? Or is it untreatable, and the focus shoul...

Two sessions of glaucoma laser treatment? Dear Dr. Gao, My mother experienced acute glaucoma during the Lunar New Year this year. After the doctor performed the first laser treatment (on both eyes), during the follow-up visit, the doctor examined her and mentioned that a second ...

Inquiry about eye pressure-lowering eye drops? Hello, Doctor Gao. In mid-November last year, I was diagnosed with early-stage glaucoma at an ophthalmology clinic after a series of intraocular pressure and visual field tests. Once the condition was confirmed, the doctor prescribed...

Seeing bright light can create a rainbow halo effect? Hello, I have been using electronic devices for extended periods recently, which has caused my eyes to feel strained and painful. My right eye has a prescription of -4.50 and my left eye -1.50. Over the past few months, I have...

Eye problems Hello, Doctor. 1. Are there any sleeping medications that glaucoma patients can safely use? 2. Is there a concept of local autonomic nervous system dysfunction in the eyes? The symptoms include an inability to wear glasses normally, tightness in the eye muscles, extr...

Retinal thinning I am nearsighted, with my left eye around 600 and my right eye around 700. Recently, I experienced some floaters and went to have my eyes checked. The doctor mentioned that my retina is slightly thinning, but I don't need laser treatment yet. I would like to...