Common Eye Concerns: Retinal Detachment, Visual Afterimages, and Floaters
Some personal questions? Hello, Doctor. I have some personal questions I would like to ask: 1. I have high myopia and am concerned about the risk of retinal detachment and tears. What can I do to prevent these issues? If they occur, what symptoms should I look out for? 2. I als...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. There is basically no way to prevent it, but you can try to minimize head movements and eye impacts, and have regular check-ups. If there is a tear, timely laser treatment is necessary. Symptoms may include an increase in floaters, flashes of light, and shadows. 2. This...[Read More] Common Eye Concerns: Retinal Detachment, Visual Afterimages, and Floaters
Understanding Eye Shadows: Is It Floaters or Something More?
Black spots in the eyes? You have high myopia of approximately 1000 degrees in both eyes. Last October, you underwent laser treatment for a retinal tear in your right eye, while your left eye is being monitored with follow-up appointments every three months. A month ago, your doc...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Qz: Based on your description, it seems you are experiencing floaters. If the condition remains the same, you can return for a follow-up appointment as scheduled. However, if there are any changes, you should come in for an earlier visit. The ophthalmology department at Puz...[Read More] Understanding Eye Shadows: Is It Floaters or Something More?
Can Strabismus in the Left Eye Be Corrected Without Surgery?
Left eye strabismus? My left eye has a prescription of -4.00 and my right eye -2.75, resulting in anisometropia, with the left eye appearing smaller. During my second and third year of junior high, I didn't wear glasses, and occasionally when friends called me, I would turn ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If you want to become emmetropic, surgery is the only method. The doctor will explain the risks after an examination, as they are related to the degree of strabismus and the condition of your eyes. Laser treatment is also an option. In Taiwan, the Department of Ophthalmolo...[Read More] Can Strabismus in the Left Eye Be Corrected Without Surgery?
Understanding Retinal Atrophy: Impacts and Treatment Options Explained
Retinal atrophy spots Hello, doctor. A month ago, I went to an ophthalmologist for a check-up due to changes in my floaters. During the examination, it was found that my retina has thinner areas due to high myopia, but I was advised to just monitor it. Today, I went to another op...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Xiao: High myopia can cause thinning of the peripheral retina. Since this occurs in the periphery, it does not affect vision; however, it is important to note that sometimes the thinned areas can develop holes, which may lead to retinal detachment. Therefore, laser tr...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Atrophy: Impacts and Treatment Options Explained
Can You Dive After Retinal Laser Treatment? Expert Advice on Safety
Can I engage in freediving after undergoing laser treatment for a retinal tear? Hello doctor, I have myopia of about 1000 degrees in both eyes and astigmatism of 100-200 degrees. Recently, I was diagnosed with a retinal tear in my left eye and have undergone laser treatment. Can ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Zhou: If the hole is not large and the retina has stabilized after the laser treatment, diving should not be an issue. However, you need to be cautious about eye collisions during combat sports, and weight training should be fine. The key point is that the hole is sma...[Read More] Can You Dive After Retinal Laser Treatment? Expert Advice on Safety
Understanding Eye Symptoms After Laser Treatment for Myopia
Ophthalmic issues consultation? Hello, Doctor. I have high myopia (600 degrees in both eyes) and underwent laser treatment for lattice degeneration of the retina about a year ago. The doctor said this would stabilize the retina and prevent it from tearing, and I should follow up ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Lilian: Since I have not personally examined you, I cannot determine whether the light spots are new or old; you may need to consult the examining physician for that information. Macular degeneration should not present this way. Certain letters appearing relatively grayer m...[Read More] Understanding Eye Symptoms After Laser Treatment for Myopia
Post-Cataract Surgery: Addressing Vision Clarity and Treatment Options
Post-cataract surgery My mother underwent cataract surgery on her right eye on February 24. After the surgery, she reported that things appeared brighter, but her vision remained blurry. Additionally, her right eye seemed to have shrunk post-surgery. For the past two weeks, she h...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Zhu, 1. I do not have such experience, but there is information in international literature that may yield good results. The attending physician should make the best choice for you. Please refer to: https://bit.ly/3tgFtd 2. Wearing glasses should be a simple solution,...[Read More] Post-Cataract Surgery: Addressing Vision Clarity and Treatment Options
Understanding Retinal Tears: Common Concerns and Questions After Laser Surgery
Retinal tear issues? Hello Doctor, last October I was diagnosed with a retinal tear in my left eye, and I underwent laser surgery at that time. I have a few questions I would like to consult you about. 1. A few days after the laser treatment, I noticed a dark shadow at the site...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Dear Re-examinee, 1. It is possible that retinal debris is floating around the area of the retinal tear. 2. If it is only a laser treatment for the tear, it will not lead to blindness unless the tear results in a severe retinal detachment. 3. If the examination shows no issues, ...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Tears: Common Concerns and Questions After Laser Surgery
Can I Ride Thrilling Roller Coasters After Retinal Surgery?
Retinal issues? Hello, I would like to ask if it is safe for me to ride the U-shaped roller coaster in a theme park. I underwent laser surgery for retinal thinning when I was 10 years old on November 2016. Now I am in the third year of junior high and almost 15 years old. The rid...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Theoretically, after undergoing laser treatment for several months, the results should be quite stable, so participating in thrilling activities should not pose any issues. Dr. Ho Chien-Hsien, Ophthalmology Department, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Can I Ride Thrilling Roller Coasters After Retinal Surgery?
Understanding Floaters After Retinal Laser Treatment: Causes and Solutions
Retinal laser treatment causing floaters? Hello, doctor. I have a thin retina in my left eye and underwent laser reinforcement. After the procedure, I noticed black spots and lines appearing at the site of the reinforcement. Is there a chance that these remnants of the retina cou...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiaoxiao: The black spots and lines you see may sometimes be related to areas treated with laser, as the laser can damage retinal cells, leading to visual field defects. If it is retinal debris, it may persist for a while. However, it is not a cause for concern, and you wi...[Read More] Understanding Floaters After Retinal Laser Treatment: Causes and Solutions
Post-Retinal Laser Surgery: Understanding Visual Disturbances and Symptoms
Postoperative retinal issues Hello, Doctor: About a year and a half ago, I underwent a dilated retinal examination and discovered a retinal tear in one eye. I subsequently had several sessions of laser photocoagulation. Prior to the retinal examination, I did not notice any abnor...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Water waves and floaters are both phenomena related to vitreous degeneration, and retinal tears are usually caused by the pulling effect during vitreous degeneration. Therefore, they are not necessarily related to laser treatment. Laser procedures typically do not cause th...[Read More] Post-Retinal Laser Surgery: Understanding Visual Disturbances and Symptoms
Understanding Retinal Vessel Twisting and Vision Fluctuations in Teens
Retinal vascular tortuosity and vision impairment? I am 17 years old and have undergone laser surgery in both eyes due to retinopathy of prematurity. As a result, I have developed myopia as a complication and have been returning for check-ups every three months. Since February of...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Claire: It is possible that your retina is unstable due to retinopathy of prematurity, which may cause a tugging sensation similar to that of blood vessels, resulting in unstable vision and images. As for the exact cause, further examination is necessary, as there are many ...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Vessel Twisting and Vision Fluctuations in Teens
Understanding LASIK Results: Discrepancies Between Left and Right Eyes
LASIK vision correction for differences between the left and right eye? Hello, doctor. I underwent LASIK vision correction six months ago, and last week the test results showed that my left eye is 0 diopters, while my right eye has 2.5 diopters of astigmatism. I also had a cornea...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Yu: After undergoing laser treatment, your eyes may feel drier. Although it may not reach the level of dry eye syndrome, using some artificial tears can provide more comfort and reduce fatigue. As for the difference in vision between the two eyes, it could be due to t...[Read More] Understanding LASIK Results: Discrepancies Between Left and Right Eyes
Can People with High Myopia Safely Practice Inversions and Exercise?
Is it safe for individuals with high myopia to perform inverted exercises? Hello, Doctor. I am 24 years old, with myopia of -7.75 in my left eye and -8.00 in my right eye, without astigmatism. A few days ago, I suddenly noticed the presence of floaters, so I went for a fundus exa...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Qiu: 1. Inversion can cause blood to flow backward rapidly, leading to increased blood pressure, intracranial pressure, and intraocular pressure. Performing sit-ups on an inversion table can further accelerate venous return, resulting in even higher blood pressure an...[Read More] Can People with High Myopia Safely Practice Inversions and Exercise?
Can Oral Medications Help Alleviate Floaters in the Eyes?
Is there an oral medication that can alleviate floaters? Hello Doctor: I have been suffering from floaters for a long time. I have undergone retinal laser treatment in both eyes, but the sensation of floaters has been increasing without improvement. I regularly return for retinal...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Xiao: Currently, there are no effective medications to treat floaters, and there are no published academic papers on Voritine. I apologize, but I have not used this medication, so I cannot evaluate it. The ophthalmology department at Puzi Hospital in Taiwan is open on...[Read More] Can Oral Medications Help Alleviate Floaters in the Eyes?
Understanding Arc-Shaped Flashes After Retinal Laser Surgery
After retinal laser surgery, there may be arc-shaped flashes of light? Hello, Doctor Gao. I would like to consult with you: Recently, while walking, I occasionally noticed arc-shaped flashes in the upper part of my right eye. After an examination at the hospital, it was found tha...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: The laser is applied around the retinal tear, and the flashes are caused by the vitreous pulling on the retina. Therefore, even after the laser treatment for the tear, if the pulling continues, flashes may still occur. However, because the laser treatment causes scarring o...[Read More] Understanding Arc-Shaped Flashes After Retinal Laser Surgery
Understanding Vitreous Degeneration: Managing Symptoms and Lifestyle Changes
Vitreous degeneration Hello, Doctor. I underwent retinal laser treatment on January 5th, and a few days later, I noticed flashes in my left eye. During a check-up on February 16th, it was found that a hole may have been torn due to the flashes, so I had another treatment, which m...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, anxious student: 1. This condition may not necessarily resolve, but if there are no issues with the retina, you can feel reassured. 2. It is possible, but precautions should be taken to avoid any impact to the eyeball, as this could lead to a retinal tear. Puzih Hospi...[Read More] Understanding Vitreous Degeneration: Managing Symptoms and Lifestyle Changes
Retinal Issues and Macular Fold in Right Eye: Laser Treatment or Monitoring?
Retinal issues + right eye macular fold? Hello, Director Gao. I have a myopia of -7.50 diopters in both eyes. Recently, during a fundus examination, it was found that there is traction under the retina in both eyes, but no holes. There is also a macular fold in my right eye. Shou...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Wen: As you mentioned, laser treatment does carry certain risks. If there is no immediate need, monitoring is advisable, and your attending physician will provide further management based on your condition. The Ophthalmology Department at Puzi Hospital in Taiwan is availabl...[Read More] Retinal Issues and Macular Fold in Right Eye: Laser Treatment or Monitoring?
Managing a Small Eyelid Growth: Alternatives to Surgery and Laser Treatment
There is a growth at the base of the eyelashes on the upper eyelid that resembles a flesh-colored bump? Several years ago, I developed a growth that is neither painful nor itchy. It looks like a piece of flesh and has not responded to being pricked with a needle or squeezed with ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Rabbit: Based on common situations, if puncturing or squeezing with forceps does not work, surgical removal may be necessary. However, the doctor mentioned that it may not be necessary to intervene, and even if treated, it might not necessarily lead to better outcomes. In ...[Read More] Managing a Small Eyelid Growth: Alternatives to Surgery and Laser Treatment
Understanding Circular Light Flashes in Vision: Causes and Concerns
A halo appears around the eyes? I have a history of floaters and my left eye has a prescription of -7.25 diopters while my right eye is -6.50 diopters. In my younger years, I underwent laser treatment for a retinal detachment in my left eye. This morning, while taking a nap, I no...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Li: It is uncommon for both eyes to experience simultaneous visual disturbances. This could potentially be caused by a posterior vitreous detachment leading to a Weiss ring. However, since you have a history of retinal disease, it is advisable to seek medical evaluation...[Read More] Understanding Circular Light Flashes in Vision: Causes and Concerns