Exploring Laser Surgery and Alternatives for High Myopia Treatment
Laser surgery Hello, doctor. My friend has nearly 1000 degrees of myopia and often experiences eye fatigue and temporary blurred vision due to long hours of work and reading. The doctor has suggested that he could consider laser surgery to reduce his vision impairment. I would li...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Miss: When reading, studying, or working on a computer at close distances, our eyes adjust their focus to see nearby objects clearly. This adjustment is achieved through the contraction of small muscles in the eye called the ciliary muscles. Prolonged near work can lead to...[Read More] Exploring Laser Surgery and Alternatives for High Myopia Treatment
Understanding Eye Floaters: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Is this floaters? Hello, Dr. Tsai. Recently, I have been experiencing flashes of white circular spots in my peripheral vision, occurring approximately every twenty minutes. It's not directly in front of me, but rather in my left rear field of vision. I remember being startle...
Dr. Cai Jingyao Reply:
What has been mentioned above is indeed a manifestation of floaters. If there is a history of ocular trauma or high myopia, it is best to undergo a dilated retinal examination, which will alleviate concerns regarding the presence of flashes of light. Antihistamine eye drops, if n...[Read More] Understanding Eye Floaters: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Do People with High Myopia Need Regular Retina Check-Ups?
Regarding high myopia? Dear Doctor, does high myopia require regular examinations of the retinal condition? If so, how often should these examinations be conducted for optimal monitoring? Thank you.
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
High myopia, diabetes, and floaters should ideally be checked annually. If any abnormalities have already been detected, the examination interval should be shortened according to the physician's recommendations.[Read More] Do People with High Myopia Need Regular Retina Check-Ups?
Latest Effective Treatments for Retinal Pigmentary Degeneration
Retinal pigment degeneration Are there any new effective treatments for retinitis pigmentosa available today?
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, regarding the retinal pigment degeneration you mentioned, there are many factors that contribute to this condition, and it can be classified into various clinical categories. For example, primary retinal pigmentary degeneration, also known as night blindness, is a group of...[Read More] Latest Effective Treatments for Retinal Pigmentary Degeneration
When to Get Reading Glasses for Presbyopia with High Myopia?
When should reading glasses be worn? I have 700 degrees of myopia and have recently noticed mild presbyopia symptoms. The optical shop suggested that I should get multifocal glasses early, as it is better for training my eyes. Is this true?
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Most people will start to experience presbyopia after the age of forty. When is the right time to start wearing reading glasses without significant impact? If you feel eye strain and discomfort after reading for a short period, reading glasses can help alleviate these symptoms. Y...[Read More] When to Get Reading Glasses for Presbyopia with High Myopia?
Understanding Protruding Eyes: Causes and Solutions for Performers
About protruding eyes? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about my condition. I have over 900 degrees of myopia, and when I take off my glasses, my friends say that my eyes look very bulging from the side, resembling "fish eyes," and they find it quite scary. So, I woul...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
As a patient with high myopia, your axial length is longer than that of others, which may feel unusual to most people. Once the axial length has increased, it cannot be reversed. Currently, if you prefer not to wear glasses, options include wearing contact lenses or undergoing la...[Read More] Understanding Protruding Eyes: Causes and Solutions for Performers
Understanding Black Spots in Vision After Eye Trauma: What to Know
Regarding the appearance of black spots in the visual field after trauma? I am a person with high myopia (right eye -1350, left eye -1250). A week ago, I was in a car accident and was struck by a hard object on the brow ridge above my right eye. The next day, my right eye was com...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
Since I cannot perform an actual examination, I can only suggest possible causes. You may be experiencing vitreous degeneration due to a trauma, commonly known as floaters. Floaters typically do not improve unless surgically removed, but surgery is not recommended because floater...[Read More] Understanding Black Spots in Vision After Eye Trauma: What to Know
Understanding Floaters and Flashes: Risks and Treatment Options for Eye Health
Floaters? I have poor eyesight (my right eye is -1.50 diopters for myopia, while my left eye has amblyopia with over -6.00 diopters). Four years ago, I started experiencing worsening floaters, and dilation tests showed no abnormalities. However, in the past six months, the freque...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello Sir: Myopia, especially high myopia, aging, or external trauma to the eyeball, can lead to the gradual degeneration and liquefaction of a transparent, gel-like structure in the eye known as the "vitreous body." This process can create opaque impurities (protein ag...[Read More] Understanding Floaters and Flashes: Risks and Treatment Options for Eye Health
Understanding Vitreous Degeneration: Symptoms, Risks, and Concerns
Vitreous body Hello, Doctor. Three years ago, I started experiencing floaters, and upon examination, the doctor diagnosed me with vitreous degeneration. However, a year ago, I began to experience flashes of light for the first time (with multiple light spots appearing and disappe...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello Sir: Myopia, especially high myopia, aging, or trauma to the eyeball can lead to changes in the structure of the eye. The vitreous body, a gel-like substance that resembles egg white, gradually degenerates and liquefies, forming opaque impurities (protein aggregates) that f...[Read More] Understanding Vitreous Degeneration: Symptoms, Risks, and Concerns
Can Amblyopia Progression Be Controlled in Children?
Can amblyopia be controlled to prevent worsening? Dear Doctor, My son is almost six years old. He was diagnosed with congenital amblyopia by an ophthalmologist before he turned three, and he has been wearing glasses since then. Previously, his right eye was measured at over 600 ...
Dr. Feng Jiefan Reply:
Hello: According to the description, the patient has refractive issues caused by high myopia combined with astigmatism. Generally, visual development should improve with the use of corrective lenses, provided there are no congenital structural abnormalities such as cataracts. The...[Read More] Can Amblyopia Progression Be Controlled in Children?
Understanding Wavefront Laser Surgery vs. Traditional PRK and LASIK
Ophthalmic laser surgery Is there a difference between the physician-led wavefront laser and traditional PRK and LASIK surgeries? I currently have myopia of -6.50 diopters and astigmatism of -1.50 diopters. If I undergo laser vision correction, will I end up with hyperopia? Will ...
Dr. Cai Jingyao Reply:
The leading wave laser differs from traditional lasers in its more precise and comprehensive calculation of corneal refractive values, making it suitable for high myopia and astigmatism. Postoperative residual refractive error and glare vary from person to person, and whether the...[Read More] Understanding Wavefront Laser Surgery vs. Traditional PRK and LASIK
Is Cesarean Delivery Safer for Patients with High Myopia?
Is cesarean delivery suitable for individuals with high myopia? Dear Dr. Chang: I once read a report in the newspaper stating that "patients with high myopia are at a higher risk of retinal detachment if they undergo vaginal delivery." I currently have a myopia of -8.50...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
Labor requires increased abdominal pressure, which theoretically could have an adverse effect on the occurrence of retinal detachment. However, current scientific research has not found a correlation between the two. Therefore, given your condition, if there is any degeneration o...[Read More] Is Cesarean Delivery Safer for Patients with High Myopia?
Understanding Gyrate and Stargardt's Diseases: Symptoms, Risks, and Prevention
1. Gyrate Atrophy 2. Stargardt Disease Dear Dr. Yang, 1. Gyrate Atrophy: This condition is characterized by progressive degeneration of the retina, leading to symptoms such as night blindness, peripheral vision loss, and eventual central vision loss. Patients may also experien...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello Sir: Gyrate Atrophy: This is a bilateral, progressive degenerative disease of the retina (retinal choroid). Patients typically begin to exhibit symptoms around the age of 20, characterized by night blindness, constricted visual fields, and decreased vision. It is associat...[Read More] Understanding Gyrate and Stargardt's Diseases: Symptoms, Risks, and Prevention
Understanding Vitreous Degeneration: Symptoms, Risks, and Expert Insights
Vitreous degeneration Hello Doctor, I have approximately 600 degrees of amblyopia in my left eye and about 150 degrees of myopia in my right eye. I discovered floaters about three and a half years ago, and examinations revealed vitreous degeneration, which has gradually worsened ...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello Sir: "Floaters" are structures within the eye, specifically the vitreous body, which is a gel-like substance that resembles egg white. This vitreous gradually degenerates and liquefies, leading to the formation of some opaque impurities (protein aggregates) that f...[Read More] Understanding Vitreous Degeneration: Symptoms, Risks, and Expert Insights
Understanding Rigid Gas Permeable Contact Lenses for High Myopia
Rigid gas permeable contact lenses Hello Doctor: I have a myopia of 800 degrees. A few days ago, I went to an optical shop to get glasses, and they told me that my eyes are very demanding on vision and will continue to deteriorate. Therefore, they recommended that I wear rigid ga...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
Hello: If you are over the age of 25, your vision is unlikely to change significantly unless there are some special pathological conditions. The advantage of orthokeratology lenses is that you do not need to wear contact lenses during the day, but if you stop wearing them for a w...[Read More] Understanding Rigid Gas Permeable Contact Lenses for High Myopia
Effective Strategies for Treating Amblyopia in Young Children
The issue of amblyopia in young children? Hello Dr. Liu: My daughter has just turned four years old. After examination, it was found that she has astigmatism of 175 degrees in both eyes, and her vision test shows she can only see 0.4. The doctor said this is congenital amblyopia,...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Miss: There are several steps to consider in the treatment of amblyopia: 1. Is there any refractive error present? Conditions such as high myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism need to be corrected first with glasses (according to the physician's prescription). 2. Are ...[Read More] Effective Strategies for Treating Amblyopia in Young Children
Understanding Flashing Lights and Vitreous Floaters in Eye Health
Visual flashes and vitreous opacities? Hello, doctor. I previously consulted you, but it seems I didn't receive a response, so I'm asking again. Just now, I suddenly experienced a peripheral visual phenomenon with flashes lasting about 10 seconds, resembling many bright...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Sir: If you are experiencing flashes of light and floaters in your vision, it is very appropriate to seek an ophthalmologist's consultation promptly. The condition known as "floaters" typically occurs in individuals with high myopia or as they age. The vitre...[Read More] Understanding Flashing Lights and Vitreous Floaters in Eye Health
Understanding Flash Phenomena: Insights on Floaters and Retinal Health
Phosphene phenomenon Hello, Doctor. I have amblyopia in my left eye with over 600 degrees of refractive error, and my right eye has about 150 degrees of myopia along with approximately 150 degrees of astigmatism. I started noticing floaters about four years ago in both eyes (thou...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Sir: If you are experiencing flashes of light and floaters in your vision, it is very appropriate to promptly visit an ophthalmologist. The condition known as "floaters" typically occurs in cases of high myopia or as one ages. The vitreous body, a gel-like struct...[Read More] Understanding Flash Phenomena: Insights on Floaters and Retinal Health
Is a Multifocal Intraocular Lens Right for My High Myopia?
Am I suitable for multifocal intraocular lenses? Hello Dr. Chang, I am 31 years old and have high myopia. I recently underwent an evaluation for myopia surgery at the hospital. Here are the examination details I remember: my myopia is approximately 1100-1200 degrees in both eyes...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
Given your condition, with a visual acuity of 1.0, it is unlikely that any physician would strongly recommend cataract surgery; especially since you are only in your thirties and have good accommodation ability of your natural lens. Artificial lenses do not have the ability to ac...[Read More] Is a Multifocal Intraocular Lens Right for My High Myopia?
Understanding Vision Changes After Eye Trauma and Laser Surgery
Eye trauma with a sensation of haze? Hello, I have high myopia and have experienced retinal degeneration. A few days ago, I suffered a blow to my eye and noticed numerous small black dots and thread-like objects floating in my vision. After going to the hospital, the doctor infor...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
This is another manifestation of floaters; the vitreous body and retina are in contact during adolescence, but they can separate due to aging, high myopia, or trauma. During this separation, a small number of individuals may experience retinal tears or detachment. After vitreous ...[Read More] Understanding Vision Changes After Eye Trauma and Laser Surgery