Managing Glaucoma: Concerns with Lumigan and Eye Redness
The latest Lumigan glaucoma eye drops cause redness in the eyes throughout the day? Hello, I have had glaucoma for nearly 5 years. I have been using glaucoma eye drops, but my intraocular pressure has remained between 19-22 mmHg, and my visual field has been getting worse. Recent...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello, 1. Lumigan is indeed more potent, but it can cause increased redness in the eyes, which may be less acceptable to patients in appearance. It can be administered after dinner instead. 2. If appearance is still a concern, other medication combinations (using more than tw...[Read More] Managing Glaucoma: Concerns with Lumigan and Eye Redness
Advanced Laser Surgery for Cataracts and Floaters: A Patient's Guide
Cataract and floaters eye surgery? Hello Dr. Liu, I recently learned that the ophthalmology department at Hualien Municipal Hospital offers a laser surgery for cataracts that is painless and does not require sutures. My mother, who is 64 years old, has mild cataracts in both eye...
Dr. Chen Anping Reply:
Dear Miss Celia, Thank you for your letter. I understand that your mother is suffering from mild cataracts, accompanied by increasingly frequent headaches. There are many potential causes for headaches, such as hypertension, elevated intraocular pressure, or other medical issues...[Read More] Advanced Laser Surgery for Cataracts and Floaters: A Patient's Guide
Foreign Object in Eye: Complications and Surgical Responsibilities Explained
Foreign body in the eye? Five years ago, while using a power tool with a grinding wheel, I was not wearing safety glasses and unfortunately, a particle from the grinding wheel struck my eyeball, penetrating the globe and remaining behind the eye. Five years later, X-rays and CT s...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello: 1. How is your vision? 2. Where is the location of the scar in the fundus (how far behind the eyeball)? This will determine the difficulty of surgery. 3. What is the material of the grinding wheel abrasive? These two factors will determine whether surgery is performed. 4. ...[Read More] Foreign Object in Eye: Complications and Surgical Responsibilities Explained
Understanding Sunset Eye: Congenital Glaucoma in Children
Sunset eye My son has congenital glaucoma. Will this lead to the appearance of sunset eye? Thank you, doctor.
Dr. Lan Yuwen Reply:
Hello: Regarding your question, the answers are as follows: 1. The downward rotation of the eyeball, with more exposure of the upper sclera, is commonly referred to as "sunset eye." 2. In children with hydrocephalus, this condition occurs due to the obstruction of cereb...[Read More] Understanding Sunset Eye: Congenital Glaucoma in Children
Can Glaucoma Patients Enjoy a Healthy Sex Life?
Glaucoma Can patients with glaucoma engage in sexual activity?
Dr. Cai Yuyuan Reply:
Yes. Intraocular pressure can fluctuate slightly throughout the day. During exercise, the variations in intraocular pressure remain within a reasonable range and do not lead to the worsening of glaucoma.[Read More] Can Glaucoma Patients Enjoy a Healthy Sex Life?
Understanding Eye Pressure: Concerns About Vision Changes and Glaucoma Risk
Consult a physician about intraocular pressure issues? Hello, Doctor: I am currently a master's student with a heavy academic workload. Over the past two years, my vision has rapidly deteriorated by 200 degrees. My current vision is 250 in one eye and 350 in the other. Somet...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello, regarding your question, you haven't informed me of your current intraocular pressure. If you feel a sense of pressure in your eyes, it would be advisable to measure the intraocular pressure to confirm. Most patients do not feel any symptoms with slightly elevated int...[Read More] Understanding Eye Pressure: Concerns About Vision Changes and Glaucoma Risk
Managing Advanced Glaucoma: Alternatives to Eye Drops for Pressure Control
Glaucoma Hello, if one eye has advanced glaucoma and surgery is not an option, is it true that the only way to control intraocular pressure is through eye drops? If a patient is intolerant to eye drops, are there any alternative methods available? Thank you.
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello, the statement that surgery is not an option in the advanced stage is not necessarily true. In advanced glaucoma, intraocular pressure must be controlled below 12 mmHg; if medication cannot achieve this, surgery is required to manage the intraocular pressure. Sincerely, Dr....[Read More] Managing Advanced Glaucoma: Alternatives to Eye Drops for Pressure Control
Understanding Irregular Pupils: Causes and Treatment Options
The left eye has two irregularly shaped pupils? Dear Dr. Ke, My fiancée developed two irregularly shaped pupils in her left eye about three to four years ago. After examination, she was diagnosed with elevated intraocular pressure, deteriorating visual fields, and blurred vision...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello, When Mr. Small experiences elevated intraocular pressure leading to more severe optic nerve atrophy, the pupils tend to dilate. It is crucial to reduce the intraocular pressure to a safe range. If medication is insufficient to control it, surgical intervention should be ...[Read More] Understanding Irregular Pupils: Causes and Treatment Options
Understanding Eye Pressure: Symptoms and Concerns About Glaucoma
Strange phenomenon Dear Doctor, hello! I have been experiencing a feeling of pressure in my left eye for the past 5 to 6 years (it seems to be getting worse). It feels swollen and strange. I previously visited an ophthalmologist, who mentioned that my "right eye" has el...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello! Common causes of eye discomfort and pressure include ciliary muscle fatigue. Prolonged near work, such as using a computer, watching television, or reading, can increase the workload on the ciliary muscles. Regarding your mention of elevated intraocular pressure, it's...[Read More] Understanding Eye Pressure: Symptoms and Concerns About Glaucoma
Long-Term Use of Eye Drops: Is Fluorometholone Safe and What Are Alternatives?
Issues with eye drops? Dear Doctor: The eye drop contains only one ingredient? Fluorometholone! My question remains the same: can it be used long-term? What are the alternative eye drops available? Thank you for taking the time to respond.
Dr. Chen Xuan Reply:
This ingredient is a type of steroid medication used clinically for anti-inflammatory purposes on the ocular surface. For example, it is used in conditions such as chronic conjunctivitis, iritis, and scleritis. However, it should not be used if there is suspicion of bacterial or ...[Read More] Long-Term Use of Eye Drops: Is Fluorometholone Safe and What Are Alternatives?
Understanding Post-Cataract Surgery Recovery: Pain, Restrictions, and Healing Time
After cataract surgery After cataract surgery, it's common to experience some discomfort, redness, and swelling, especially in the first few days. If you felt good the day after surgery but then experienced pain and redness on the third day, it's important to follow up ...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello! Generally, postoperative redness, swelling, heat, and pain gradually decrease over one to two weeks, but this can vary depending on individual constitution and medical conditions. After surgery, it is important to avoid bending over and lifting heavy objects to reduce the ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Cataract Surgery Recovery: Pain, Restrictions, and Healing Time
Can Surgery Cure Uveitis Beyond Steroid Treatments?
Treatment of iritis? Is it possible to achieve a cure through surgical treatment, aside from the use of corticosteroids? Thank you!
Dr. Wu Shengping Reply:
Typically, treatment involves the use of steroid medications or other types of antibiotic eye drops. Surgery is only considered if the intraocular pressure is very high or persistently elevated.[Read More] Can Surgery Cure Uveitis Beyond Steroid Treatments?
Understanding Eye Strain: Causes and Remedies for Discomfort
After reading for a long time, my eyes feel very strained? Question 1: This issue has been ongoing for a long time. After reading for just over half an hour, my eyes feel very strained, and I even experience this when reading the newspaper. I underwent a dilated pupil examination...
Dr. Chen Xuan Reply:
Q 1. If you experience eye strain after looking at something up close for a period of time (such as reading a book or newspaper), it is important to rule out several common issues, such as: an incorrect prescription for your glasses, dry eyes (which can occur because the frequenc...[Read More] Understanding Eye Strain: Causes and Remedies for Discomfort
Effective Eye Care Tips for Redness and Discomfort
How to maintain health? Hello, doctor. I have red bloodshot eyes (it's been about 10 years) that become even redder after showering or just waking up. My eyes also appear yellow (I've heard from others that this might indicate liver issues). How can I improve and take c...
Dr. Zhang Yuhua Reply:
Dear netizens: Red eyes may indicate conditions such as conjunctivitis, uveitis, or glaucoma. Yellowing of the eyes could be a sign of jaundice or conjunctival degeneration, among other issues. Some of these conditions may resolve on their own, while others require treatment. It ...[Read More] Effective Eye Care Tips for Redness and Discomfort
Managing Uncontrolled Glaucoma: Treatment Options Beyond Medications
Glaucoma Hello Dr. Wang, I have consistently high intraocular pressure and have been diagnosed with glaucoma. My doctor has changed my medication 3 to 4 times, but my eye pressure remains uncontrolled. Some of the medications cause allergic reactions and headaches. If medicatio...
Dr. Wang Yuwei Reply:
If a single medication is insufficient to control glaucoma, a change in medication or combination therapy may be considered. If control is still not achieved, different types of laser treatments should be administered based on the specific diagnosis. If control remains elusive, s...[Read More] Managing Uncontrolled Glaucoma: Treatment Options Beyond Medications
Does Lack of Sleep Affect Eye Exam Results and Eye Pressure?
May I ask the doctor? If you don't sleep all night before an eye exam, will your vision prescription be more severe and lead to inaccurate results? Will your intraocular pressure also increase?
Dr. Zhang Yuhua Reply:
Dear Jacky, Poor sleep can lead to inaccurate vision measurements or elevated intraocular pressure. Although there are no formal statistical reports or confirmed error values, clinical observations have shown that insufficient sleep the previous night can result in a slight incr...[Read More] Does Lack of Sleep Affect Eye Exam Results and Eye Pressure?
Understanding Eye Pain and Redness: Causes and Home Remedies
Eye pain with a reddened appearance? Upon waking, my eyes hurt, and I noticed they were filled with bloodshot veins when I looked in the mirror. For the past month or two, I've been experiencing discomfort in my eyes, feeling dry and as if things are "poorly printed.&qu...
Dr. Chen Anping Reply:
Hello, Giatia: 1. If the physician diagnoses acute keratitis, saline solution will not be helpful. 2. The treatment depends on the medication prescribed by the doctor. 3. Using steam to treat the eyes does not help the condition and may cause microvascular dilation. 4. If there i...[Read More] Understanding Eye Pain and Redness: Causes and Home Remedies
Does Cataract Eye Medication Affect Asthma Symptoms?
Asthma Will topical medications for cataracts affect asthma?
Dr. Wu Shengping Reply:
Common cataract eye drops include Quinax, Catalin-K, Pirenoxine, and Tathion. As an ophthalmologist with many years of experience, I have rarely encountered cases where cataract eye drops cause asthma, unless the patient has a known allergy to the medication. In such cases, it is...[Read More] Does Cataract Eye Medication Affect Asthma Symptoms?
Understanding Eyelid Ptosis: Definition, Effects, and Treatment Options
How to determine? How is ptosis defined? What are the effects of ptosis? Are there treatment options available?
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
The normal upper eyelid covers the upper margin of the cornea by 2 millimeters. When the coverage exceeds 2 millimeters, it is referred to as ptosis. Severe ptosis can lead to upper visual field loss, increased risk of conjunctivitis, significant forehead wrinkles, fatigue around...[Read More] Understanding Eyelid Ptosis: Definition, Effects, and Treatment Options
Traveling After Retinal Detachment Surgery: Safety Tips and Concerns
Retinal detachment Hello, I am a patient with retinal detachment. It has been over a year since my surgery, and my doctor mentioned that my delayed treatment has resulted in my vision not being able to recover. I would like to ask if it is safe for me to fly internationally, as I...
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
In general, if a retinal detachment does not involve the macula, the surgical outcome tends to be better. However, as you mentioned, if the detachment has reached the macula, even a successful surgery may not result in good vision. During retinal detachment surgery, air is often ...[Read More] Traveling After Retinal Detachment Surgery: Safety Tips and Concerns