Does Sneezing After Retinal Laser Treatment Affect Healing?
Allergic sneezing after retinal tear laser treatment? Will sneezing due to nasal allergies one week after retinal laser treatment affect the laser's ability to induce scar formation for the retinal tear? Secondly, after undergoing laser treatment, will the peripheral areas...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Lin: 1. Sneezing should be fine and shouldn't have a significant impact. 2. The laser treatment is applied around the tear, so the original tear is still present, but it is less likely to cause a retinal detachment. Taiwan E-Hospital Puzi Hospital Ophthalmolog...[Read More] Does Sneezing After Retinal Laser Treatment Affect Healing?
Understanding Lattice Degeneration and High Myopia: Key Insights for Eye Health
High myopia retinal issues? Dear Doctor, Recently, I have been experiencing floaters and arc-shaped flashes in the corner of my eye. After undergoing dilation for an eye examination, it was discovered that there is a slight lattice degeneration in the lower left corner of my lef...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Lin, 1. Retinal thinning can lead to an increased risk of holes. One reason for this is lattice degeneration of the retina. 2. Strabismus is not necessarily related to myopia. However, high myopia can be hereditary. 3. Some individuals remain healthy throughout their l...[Read More] Understanding Lattice Degeneration and High Myopia: Key Insights for Eye Health
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment After Cataract Surgery Complications
Retinal laser treatment Hello, Doctor: I underwent cataract surgery in June and July, and on August 26, I discovered a retinal tear (with bleeding) in my right eye, which was promptly treated with laser therapy. I have the following questions: 1. Is this considered a complicati...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Yu: 1. It should not be the case; it is usually an issue with the retina itself. 2. There may also be hemorrhage, which could cause an increase in symptoms. If there is no further bleeding, it should gradually improve. However, it will take some time, possibly a few mo...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment After Cataract Surgery Complications
Post-Retinal Laser Surgery: Essential Guidelines for Recovery and Daily Life
Post-retinal laser treatment contraindications? Hello Doctor: I underwent retinal laser surgery during this summer vacation. After three weeks, my treating physician said that the scab is stable and I should return for a follow-up in six months. I have a few questions: 1. After...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Using electronic devices is fine, just like a normal person. 2. Actually, once the laser treatment stabilizes, lifting heavy objects should not have any impact. 3. It's okay, please rest assured. One or two cups a day is not a problem. It has stabilized, so you can...[Read More] Post-Retinal Laser Surgery: Essential Guidelines for Recovery and Daily Life
Understanding Retinal and Lens Issues After Laser Treatment: A Patient's Journey
Retinal and lens issues & changes after laser treatment? Hello, Dr. Gao! Around June, I started experiencing a flashing sensation when moving my eyes. I went to a nearby ophthalmologist for a dilated eye exam and discovered a hole in my left eye, which was immediately treated...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Momo: 1. When the retina is unstable, it can be pulled by the vitreous, which may lead to a tear. It is important to avoid any head movements to prevent the retina from being torn. Since you have already undergone laser treatment, you should wait for it to heal before the ...[Read More] Understanding Retinal and Lens Issues After Laser Treatment: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Retinal Concerns and Laser Surgery Risks for Myopia
Retinal and myopia laser-related issues? Hello, Doctor. Thank you for your previous answers to my questions. I would like to add a few more inquiries, and I appreciate your help. 1. Does the retina become thinner with age? I found conflicting information online; some say it stab...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ah Wei: 1. Typically, after reaching adulthood or when myopia stabilizes, the peripheral retina will not thin further. This thinning occurs due to the enlargement of the eyeball. 2. Undergoing laser surgery for myopia does not cause damage to the retina or the lens, nor d...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Concerns and Laser Surgery Risks for Myopia
Can I Undergo Retinal Laser Treatment Without Diabetes?
Can retinal laser treatment be performed? Hello Doctor, a few days ago I went for an eye examination and found a small hole in the lower right corner of my left eye. The doctor used a laser to surround it. My right eye has been aging, and after resting for a few days, I researche...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, students: Retinal holes can indeed be treated with laser therapy. Please refer to: https://bit.ly/329aDH5. If the laser treatment for the hole is successful, it will reduce the risk of retinal detachment. If there are signs of retinal degeneration or holes, regular check-u...[Read More] Can I Undergo Retinal Laser Treatment Without Diabetes?
Understanding Flashing Lights After Retinal Laser Surgery: What to Expect
Flashes of light after retinal laser surgery? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about the phenomenon of flashes (like lightning) occurring in the same location on the day after retinal laser surgery. This is the same area where I experienced flashes frequently before the surgery...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello, Xiao Riguang: "Flash visual disturbances" occur due to traction forces that affect the retina, and they will not disappear simply after undergoing laser treatment. The flashes will only cease when the tractional pressure is relieved. Additionally, laser treatment...[Read More] Understanding Flashing Lights After Retinal Laser Surgery: What to Expect
Managing Eye Health: Tips for High Myopia and Retinal Concerns
Retinal fragility Hello, Doctor. I am a person with high myopia, with both eyes around -1200 diopters. Recently, my floaters have slightly worsened, and I am increasingly concerned about my eye condition. I have regular retinal examinations every six months and fundus photography...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ah Wei: Since you have been consistently undergoing examinations and there have been no new issues, it's important to note that the condition of the retina cannot be assessed through description alone; it requires a direct examination by a physician for proper evaluat...[Read More] Managing Eye Health: Tips for High Myopia and Retinal Concerns
Post-Retinal Laser Surgery: Understanding Persistent Flashing Lights
Persistent flashes after retinal laser treatment? Hello, doctor. I recently underwent retinal laser repair surgery. Before the surgery, I was experiencing persistent flashes of light, resembling the effect of a camera flash, which led me to seek medical attention and discover a r...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Coral: The laser treatment is performed on the retina, while the flashes are caused by the vitreous pulling on the retina. Therefore, after the laser treatment, the vitreous will still exert traction, which is normal. However, after the laser procedure, the vitreous is less...[Read More] Post-Retinal Laser Surgery: Understanding Persistent Flashing Lights
Post-Retinal Laser Surgery Care: Key Questions and Guidelines
Post-operative Care After Retinal Laser Surgery Hello Doctor, I recently underwent laser treatment for a small retinal tear a few days ago, and I have a follow-up appointment in two weeks. The doctor advised me to be cautious with vigorous exercise. Q1: I would like to ask if e...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Zhang: 1. Please refrain from any activities for now and wait for the doctor's examination before proceeding. 2. Avoid moving slowly as well. 3. The occurrence of a retinal tear indicates that the peripheral retina is relatively fragile; having experienced it o...[Read More] Post-Retinal Laser Surgery Care: Key Questions and Guidelines
Seeing Sparkles After Laser Treatment: Should You Be Concerned?
About three weeks ago, I underwent laser eye surgery and now I see bright spots? This morning, I coughed lightly, and about three weeks after undergoing laser treatment for a retinal tear in my left eye, I suddenly saw many bright spots resembling glitter concentrated in the lowe...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If you are worried, it is better to get checked for peace of mind. After all, if there is a lesion, early detection and treatment yield better results. However, coughing and sneezing can increase intraocular pressure, and sometimes you may experience seeing stars. For your...[Read More] Seeing Sparkles After Laser Treatment: Should You Be Concerned?
Understanding Retinal Detachment: Symptoms, Risks, and Concerns
Questions about retinal detachment? My left eye has a prescription of -400 diopters and my right eye -600 diopters. I have floaters in both eyes. In November 2018, I was diagnosed with a hole-induced retinal detachment in my left eye (not involving the macula). The doctor said I ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Yang: 1. It should not be significant; if there is a hole, water entering through the hole will continue to cause detachment. 2. The flash is above, indicating that the pull is below. The image of the retina is inverted vertically and mirrored horizontally. Taiwan E-Hospita...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Detachment: Symptoms, Risks, and Concerns
Does Sneezing Affect Laser Repair After Retinal Hole Treatment?
Will sneezing during the recovery period after laser repair of a retinal tear affect the laser treatment? In the days following laser treatment for retinal tears, due to pre-existing allergies, there may be uncontrollable sneezing. After sneezing, there might be some visual distu...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Lin: Sneezing should not significantly affect the results of retinal laser treatment. Experiencing visual disturbances, such as seeing stars, during a sneeze is a physiological phenomenon. In Taiwan, the ophthalmology department at Puzi Hospital is open on Monday, Tue...[Read More] Does Sneezing Affect Laser Repair After Retinal Hole Treatment?
How Long After Laser Treatment for Retinal Holes Will Floaters Improve?
How long does it take for floaters caused by a retinal tear to improve or disappear after laser treatment? Due to a sudden onset of a large number of floaters in both eyes at the end of May, a dilated eye examination in mid-June revealed retinal holes in both eyes. Consequently, ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Stargazing Coffee: Floaters will not disappear due to laser treatment, as floaters originate in the vitreous body, while laser treatment is performed on the retina. The two are unrelated. However, floaters may change over time and may decrease in number. At the Department ...[Read More] How Long After Laser Treatment for Retinal Holes Will Floaters Improve?
How Long Does It Take for Floaters to Improve After Laser Repair?
How long does it take for the symptoms of floaters caused by a retinal tear to improve after laser treatment? At the end of May, I suddenly experienced a significant increase in floaters, so I went to the clinic for an examination in mid-June. After a dilated eye exam, it was fou...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Stargazing Coffee: Floaters will not disappear due to laser treatment because floaters originate in the vitreous body, while the laser is applied to the retina. The two are not related. However, floaters may change over time, and it is possible for them to decrease in numb...[Read More] How Long Does It Take for Floaters to Improve After Laser Repair?
Understanding Visual Disturbances After Cataract Surgery: A Patient's Journey
Like being in a fog? Hello, Doctor. My mother is 69 years old. She has undergone cataract surgery on her right eye and has normal vision in that eye, but she is completely blind in her left eye. On July 1, after getting eyebrow embroidery, she started experiencing swelling in her...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ashley: If you are experiencing this situation, and after checking there are no obvious issues with your eyes, seeing flashes of light and floaters may indicate a problem with the vitreous body. The time it takes to adapt from bright to dark areas may be prolonged, which co...[Read More] Understanding Visual Disturbances After Cataract Surgery: A Patient's Journey
Understanding Retinal Degeneration: Key Questions Answered for High Myopia Patients
Retinal degeneration Hello, Doctor Gao... I have high myopia with each eye measuring -6.50 diopters. Today, during a fundus examination at the clinic, the doctor mentioned that my retina shows some degeneration but did not elaborate, only advising me to return for a check-up in a...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. What is meant by retinal degeneration? Is it lattice degeneration? Retinal degeneration encompasses various types, with lattice degeneration being one of them. For more detailed information, please refer to: https://bit.ly/2CkeRSY 2. Does lattice degeneration require...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Degeneration: Key Questions Answered for High Myopia Patients
Post-Retinal Detachment Surgery: Recovery Tips and Future Concerns
Postoperative Care and Future Issues After Retinal Detachment Surgery Hello, Doctor Gao. Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions. On July 1st, I underwent laser treatment for a retinal detachment in my right eye, followed by a scleral buckle surgery on the same day. ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Huang: 1. There should be no problem. 2. This depends on the situation; it is best to consult your attending physician for clarification. 3. It is possible; the condition of the retina will determine whether laser treatment or surgery is necessary. 4. There are ...[Read More] Post-Retinal Detachment Surgery: Recovery Tips and Future Concerns
Understanding Flashing Lights in the Eye: Post-Surgery Concerns and Care
Flashes of light in the eyes? Dear Dr. He, My left eye experienced flashes and an increase in floaters in December of last year. After an examination at an ophthalmology clinic, both eyes were found to have retinal tears. At that time, I underwent laser treatment on my left eye....
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello Miss Liao: 1. Flashes are often caused by traction on the retina, usually indicating that there are still areas of residual tension on the retina. 2. If the frequency of flashes significantly increases, or if accompanied by floaters, it is recommended to return for a dilate...[Read More] Understanding Flashing Lights in the Eye: Post-Surgery Concerns and Care