Understanding Hyperopia in Children: When to Adjust Eyeglass Prescription
Hyperopia in children Dear Dr. Ko, My daughter is 7 years old and was diagnosed two years ago with high hyperopia and astigmatism (both eyes measured over +600 diopters of hyperopia and over +100 diopters of astigmatism after dilation). Following the doctor's recommendation...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
If you want to induce myopia (to counteract hyperopia), you can use the prescription before dilation, but in practice, it is essential to review the patient's data to make a decision.[Read More] Understanding Hyperopia in Children: When to Adjust Eyeglass Prescription
Understanding Presbyopia and Vision Loss: Causes and Treatment Options
Right eye hyperopia is not visible? My mother is 43 years old and works in the electronics industry in a manufacturing zone. She has had hyperopia since she was 40 years old, and her prescription needs to be changed approximately every six months. Today, her left eye was measured...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello: Without examining the patient, it is difficult to provide an appropriate response. What is your mother's corrected vision? Your mother has presbyopia and needs an increased prescription for near vision. The floaters are likely due to vitreous degeneration; consider ta...[Read More] Understanding Presbyopia and Vision Loss: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Myopia, Hyperopia, Astigmatism, and Amblyopia: Is It Serious?
Myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, amblyopia? Hello, I would like to ask you a question. A few days ago, I went to an optical shop I know with a classmate, and the owner checked my eyes. However, he told me that I have myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism, and amblyopia (in both eyes), wh...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello: Dr. Komeilan is currently abroad, and Dr. Li Bingxun is responding on his behalf. Myopia, hyperopia, and astigmatism can all be accepted within certain degrees, while amblyopia is defined as a condition where corrected vision does not reach 0.6 or better. Therefore, it is ...[Read More] Understanding Myopia, Hyperopia, Astigmatism, and Amblyopia: Is It Serious?
Serious Amblyopia in Three-Year-Old: Seeking Effective Treatment Options
A three-year-old child has severe amblyopia? I would like to ask the doctor, my child is already three years old. Last year, we discovered that he has amblyopia, and despite receiving treatment at the hospital until this year, the condition has worsened. He currently wears glasse...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Dear Concerned Mother, Regarding your questions, here are the answers: 1. **Amblyopia**: Amblyopia refers to a condition where, after the normal developmental period of the eyes, one or both eyes cannot achieve the best corrected visual acuity of 0.8 or above with glasses, desp...[Read More] Serious Amblyopia in Three-Year-Old: Seeking Effective Treatment Options
Is It Safe to Wear Contact Lenses in Only One Eye?
Is it okay to wear contact lenses on just one eye? Doctor, I have one eye with myopia over 100 and the other with hyperopia over 100. I only wear contact lenses for the myopic eye. Is this okay? Could the difference in eye pressure cause harm? Should I get contact lenses for the ...
Dr. Chen Xuan Reply:
Hello: That's fine, but perhaps it's better to wear them only occasionally. Generally, individuals with around 100 degrees of myopia can see objects clearly within 1 meter, so it's better not to wear them for close-up tasks like writing or reading! Best regards, Dr...[Read More] Is It Safe to Wear Contact Lenses in Only One Eye?
Conflicting Eye Diagnoses: What Should You Do Next?
Blurred vision, please ask again? Questioner: Kiwi / Male / 25 Recently, my vision has become somewhat blurry for no apparent reason, so I went to a clinic where I was diagnosed with hyperopia. I also have visual fatigue and conjunctivitis. The doctor recommended that I wear gla...
Dr. Chen Anping Reply:
1. It is recommended to visit an ophthalmology department at a medical center if you are a motorcycle rider and do not wish to wear a face shield, as fine dust particles may frequently enter your eyes. Your vision problems are likely not directly related to the fine dust.[Read More] Conflicting Eye Diagnoses: What Should You Do Next?
Blurry Vision: Should I Get Glasses or Seek a Second Opinion?
Blurred vision? Recently, my vision has become slightly blurry for some reason, so I went to a clinic where I was diagnosed with hyperopia. I also have visual fatigue and conjunctivitis. The doctor recommended that I get glasses with a prescription of +1.00 diopters. However, whe...
Dr. Chen Anping Reply:
1. If there are any concerns, you may seek a second opinion from another ophthalmologist. 2. There is no rigorous training and evaluation system for optometrists in the country; although optical shops have equipment, a rationally skeptical attitude should still be adopted when co...[Read More] Blurry Vision: Should I Get Glasses or Seek a Second Opinion?
Can Amblyopia Be Treated in Your 20s? Effective Methods Explained
Hello! Is it possible to treat amblyopia in one's twenties? Currently, my right eye only has a vision of 0.6 with glasses. Is there a chance to improve it to 0.8 or higher with postnatal correction? If treatment is possible, what methods are most effective?
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello Wendy, Regarding your question, here are the answers: 1. Amblyopia? Amblyopia refers to a condition where vision in one or both eyes cannot be corrected to 0.8 or better with glasses, despite the absence of any pathological changes in the eye structures. The golden perio...[Read More] Can Amblyopia Be Treated in Your 20s? Effective Methods Explained
Can Amblyopia Caused by Astigmatism Be Corrected Without Glasses?
Amblyopia issues Hello, Doctor: My daughter is 5 years old and has high astigmatism causing hyperopia and amblyopia. The doctor said it is congenital and hereditary, and she needs to wear glasses for correction. Initially, her vision was only 0.2, but it has improved to 0.6-0.7. ...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, regarding your question, here are the answers: 1. Amblyopia? Amblyopia refers to a condition where one or both eyes cannot achieve a visual acuity of 0.8 or better, even with corrective lenses, while the ocular structures are normal. The golden period for treating amblyo...[Read More] Can Amblyopia Caused by Astigmatism Be Corrected Without Glasses?
Understanding Cataract Surgery: Questions and Answers for Patients
Cataract issues~~~ Hello Dr. Lin, My father has recently been experiencing some blurred vision, and we suspect he might have cataracts. I would like to ask you about cataract phacoemulsification surgery, which uses ultrasound. Will this method involve contact with the eyeball? W...
Dr. Lin Zhengyi Reply:
1. Cataracts are a condition characterized by clouding of the lens inside the eye. There are many causes of cataracts, with age-related cataracts being the most common. As people age, the lens gradually hardens and becomes cloudy, leading to vision impairment. Currently, there is...[Read More] Understanding Cataract Surgery: Questions and Answers for Patients
Understanding Eye Pressure and Choosing the Right Glasses
Eyes and glasses? Hello Dr. Lin, I have a few questions to ask you. 1. I often feel a swelling sensation in my eyeballs right after I close my eyes to sleep, as if they are about to pop out. Could this be a sign of high intraocular pressure? If so, how should I address this iss...
Dr. Lin Zhengyi Reply:
1. Symptoms of glaucoma include eye pain, redness, blurred vision with halos, unilateral headache, nausea, and vomiting. Additionally, some patients with early-stage glaucoma may be asymptomatic. However, eye pain does not necessarily indicate glaucoma, so it is advisable to have...[Read More] Understanding Eye Pressure and Choosing the Right Glasses
Understanding Amblyopia and Binocular Vision Disparity in Eye Exams
Amblyopic disparity I would like to ask... I have congenital amblyopia in my left eye, approximately 250 degrees, while my right eye has myopia, around 150 degrees. I want to know if the calculation of the visual disparity between both eyes during an eye exam involves adding the ...
Dr. Lin Zhengyi Reply:
Do you know if your left eye is hyperopic or myopic? If it is hyperopic, it should be written as +250 diopters; if it is myopic, it should be written as -250 diopters. The right eye, which is "myopic 150 degrees," should be written as -150 diopters. If one eye is hypero...[Read More] Understanding Amblyopia and Binocular Vision Disparity in Eye Exams
Understanding Lens Focal Length: Addressing Discomfort with New Glasses
Focal length of glasses Dear Dr. Liang, Last week, my eyeglasses frame was damaged, so I went to the optical store to get a new pair of glasses (only the frame was replaced, not the lenses). After changing to the new frame, I feel a bit dizzy and lightheaded after wearing them f...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
Hello: 1. There are no studies supporting the above conclusions. 2. The tolerance for lens focal length errors depends on the prescription strength; the deeper the prescription for myopia, hyperopia, or vertical astigmatism, the smaller the tolerance. Only horizontal astigmatism ...[Read More] Understanding Lens Focal Length: Addressing Discomfort with New Glasses
Understanding Strabismus: Symptoms, Treatment, and Insurance Coverage
Hello! I would like to ask about strabismus? Hello, doctor! I underwent two successful strabismus correction surgeries on both eyes when I was in kindergarten, and my vision has mostly returned to normal (with some hyperopia and glare; my right eye has poorer vision). However, no...
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Hyperopia above 400 degrees can potentially lead to esotropia. Wearing the correct prescription glasses for hyperopia may allow for the strabismus to improve, and headaches may also alleviate. If the strabismus does not improve, surgery can be considered at that point, and health...[Read More] Understanding Strabismus: Symptoms, Treatment, and Insurance Coverage
Understanding Amblyopia vs. Strabismus: Military Vision Requirements
Differentiation between amblyopia and disparity? Hello~~ I am a male born in 1979, and I have not yet served in the military as I am still studying. My vision is as follows: left eye hyperopia of +1.50 diopters with astigmatism of -6.00 diopters, and right eye myopia of -1.50 dio...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello, Wei-Chun. 1. I am unsure how the axis of your left eye's astigmatism affects the assessment. 2. The refractive power must be measured after dilation, as the obtained basic data will serve as the assessment metrics. 3. The interocular disparity must exceed 400 diop...[Read More] Understanding Amblyopia vs. Strabismus: Military Vision Requirements
Understanding Refractive Errors: Severity and Associated Risks
Regarding refractive errors? Is refractive error a serious condition? What diseases could it potentially lead to, and what is the likelihood of that happening? Thank you.
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello: Refractive errors refer to myopia, hyperopia, or astigmatism. How severe are they? What are the degrees? Generally, parents with high myopia (greater than 600 degrees) have nearly a 100% chance of having children with myopia. High astigmatism and hyperopia also have a here...[Read More] Understanding Refractive Errors: Severity and Associated Risks
Understanding the Differences Between Hyperopia and Presbyopia
Hyperopia and presbyopia? Hello, doctor: Could you please explain the difference between hyperopia and presbyopia? Both conditions result in clearer vision at a distance while making near vision less clear, and both are corrected with plus lenses (sph +). What distinguishes these...
Dr. Lin Zhengyi Reply:
1. Hyperopia is a congenital refractive error that can be corrected with plus lenses (sph+); presbyopia refers to the gradual loss of the lens's ability to accommodate due to aging in middle-aged and older adults, which worsens with age (simply put, it is due to elastic fati...[Read More] Understanding the Differences Between Hyperopia and Presbyopia
Understanding Amblyopia: Which Eye to Treat with Atropine?
Amblyopia Dear Dr. Liang, my daughter is 6 years old and was diagnosed with amblyopia (right eye) six months ago. Could you please advise which eye should be treated with the cycloplegic agent? Thank you.
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
I apologize for the delay in my response. My colleague forwarded your email to me yesterday at 5:30 PM, and I was almost shocked to see the date. We are still investigating the reasons for the delay and will certainly improve in the future. Regarding your question, there are ma...[Read More] Understanding Amblyopia: Which Eye to Treat with Atropine?
Understanding Amblyopia: Causes, Treatment Options, and Eyewear Choices
Amblyopia My brother is already 18 years old this year. Previously, we mistakenly thought he was nearsighted, so we didn't pay much attention. Recently, when I wanted to take him to get glasses, the optometrist informed us that he has amblyopia... and can only be corrected t...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
Young people can only correct their vision to 0.3, and if they had poor eyesight in childhood, the most common causes are hyperopia or astigmatism. Of course, there are other reasons as well, such as congenital cataracts or retinal diseases. If the amblyopia is caused by refracti...[Read More] Understanding Amblyopia: Causes, Treatment Options, and Eyewear Choices
Understanding Pseudomyopia: Effects of Atropine and Eyewear Concerns
May I ask the doctor? What is pseudomyopia, and why is a certain type of mydriatic agent used during eye examinations? This agent can reduce the measured refractive error by a few diopters. I've heard that it can be washed away with water; is that true? If not, what can be u...
Dr. Wu Shengping Reply:
The lens of our eyes can experience spasms when we focus on objects or read. During this time, the suspensory ligaments relax. This increases the curvature of the lens, leading to myopia, commonly referred to as pseudomyopia. In the past, I conducted experiments with elementary s...[Read More] Understanding Pseudomyopia: Effects of Atropine and Eyewear Concerns