Understanding Black Shadows in Vision: Causes and Concerns for Kids
Seeing shadows or dark spots in the vision? Hello Doctor, my son is eight years old and has over 200 degrees of astigmatism in both eyes, with myopia of +25 in the right eye and -25 in the left eye. He has been using a 0.125% cycloplegic agent every night for the past year and a ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiaowu: The phenomenon of being able to see far but not near does not resemble macular degeneration. It may be caused by astigmatism or dilation. If you are not wearing glasses, you might try wearing them to see if your condition improves. You can discuss this with your do...[Read More] Understanding Black Shadows in Vision: Causes and Concerns for Kids
Managing Severe Anisometropia: Coping with 1500-Diopter Difference
Binocular disparity exceeds 1300 diopters? I have high myopia of about -1300 diopters and developed macular degeneration in one eye at the age of 20, which worsened my vision. By the age of 50, that eye experienced retinal detachment, and one year after surgery, I was diagnosed w...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
One solution is to wear contact lenses, which can reduce discomfort caused by aberrations. Wearing glasses can be difficult to adapt to due to significant aberrations. Alternatively, if the other eye develops cataracts in the future, surgery could be performed to also correct the...[Read More] Managing Severe Anisometropia: Coping with 1500-Diopter Difference
Understanding Eye Symptoms: Glare, Floaters, and Vision Concerns
Aperture, glare, floaters? 1. After watching videos about macular degeneration on YouTube, I became very afraid that I might go blind. I have high myopia (over -900 diopters with astigmatism in my left eye and over -800 diopters with astigmatism in my right eye). I usually don&#x...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
It is advisable for you to discuss the above situation further with your attending physician. Thank you, and wishing you good health![Read More] Understanding Eye Symptoms: Glare, Floaters, and Vision Concerns
Understanding Macular Issues: When to Seek Eye Care
Macular issues I would like to consult a doctor. My eyesight is approximately -4.00 diopters in both eyes, and I have floaters in my right eye but not in my left. Recently, I used an Amsler grid with a white background and black lines to check my vision and noticed that the lower...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Kang Kang: This is likely a phenomenon of floaters. Macular degeneration does not resolve with a blink, so it should not be the case. You may continue to observe it yourself.[Read More] Understanding Macular Issues: When to Seek Eye Care
Can Glasses Help Improve Vision in Macular Degeneration Patients?
Can people with macular degeneration wear glasses? Hello, doctor! My father is 80 years old and has undergone surgical treatment for macular degeneration, but the results have not been good. He reports that his vision has actually worsened. Now, he needs to return to the hospital...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ran: Macular degeneration cannot be improved with glasses, but it is possible to recognize some objects with the help of a magnifying glass. Please refer to: https://bit.ly/3Drh7CL https://bit.ly/3kBEwsH[Read More] Can Glasses Help Improve Vision in Macular Degeneration Patients?
Can Glasses Improve Vision for Macular Degeneration Patients?
Can individuals with macular degeneration wear glasses? Hello, doctor! My father is 80 years old and has undergone surgical treatment for macular degeneration, but the results have not been good. He reports that his vision has actually worsened. Now, he needs to return to the hos...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, regarding macular degeneration, vision cannot be improved with glasses; however, using a magnifying glass may allow for some recognition of objects. Please refer to: https://bit.ly/3Drh7CL https://bit.ly/3kBEwsH[Read More] Can Glasses Improve Vision for Macular Degeneration Patients?
Understanding Peripheral Blurriness: Causes and Diagnostic Options
Blurred vision in the peripheral field? Hello Dr. Gao, I am the patient who consulted you yesterday regarding the peripheral vision blurriness. I would like to ask you again about what you mentioned yesterday regarding the visual field test results being normal, yet there is some...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Kevin: Currently, there is no treatment for retinal function degeneration. Intervention is only necessary when symptoms such as retinal tears or detachments occur. If you are still concerned, I recommend visiting a retina specialist for further evaluation and to see if any ...[Read More] Understanding Peripheral Blurriness: Causes and Diagnostic Options
Can Optic Nerve Atrophy Be Detected Through Eye Exams?
Can optic nerve atrophy be diagnosed through examination? Hello, Dr. Gao. I have high myopia (approximately 900 degrees in both eyes). Recently, I visited the hospital because I noticed that the periphery of my central vision was unusually blurry. The doctor conducted a visual fi...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Kevin: Your visual field is normal, but there are some areas that are blurred, which may be due to retinal changes. High myopia can easily lead to such degeneration, resulting in unclear images rather than visual field loss; it should not be related to optic nerve atrophy. ...[Read More] Can Optic Nerve Atrophy Be Detected Through Eye Exams?
Understanding Macular Degeneration: Symptoms and Eye Exam Insights
Macular degeneration Hello Doctor, I sent a question yesterday regarding my right eye, which has astigmatism of 600 degrees. When I look at the Amsler grid with my glasses, the lines appear slightly distorted, but not very noticeably, and everything else looks normal. Today, I wo...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, It is possible that the lenses are causing the issue, so it is best to wear appropriate glasses to see if the phenomenon persists. Generally, an ophthalmologist can perform a fundus examination, but scanning the macula requires a more specialized eye clinic or a hospital...[Read More] Understanding Macular Degeneration: Symptoms and Eye Exam Insights
Understanding Macular Degeneration: Symptoms and Concerns for Young Adults
Macular degeneration Hello Doctor, I am 19 years old. I have myopia in my left eye and high astigmatism of 600 degrees in my right eye. At home, I checked my vision using an Amsler grid and noticed that the lines in my right eye (the one with astigmatism) appear slightly wavy (ve...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, H: The grid appears somewhat wavy, which is unusual and may require further examination to determine the cause. Since other objects do not show any distortion, it might indicate that the symptoms are still mild. However, it is still necessary to get checked to know for sur...[Read More] Understanding Macular Degeneration: Symptoms and Concerns for Young Adults
Can Multifocal Intraocular Lenses Improve Vision with Macular Degeneration?
Postoperative visual acuity remains at 0.4-0.5 with multifocal intraocular lenses for cataract surgery? My mother is 74 years old and has been experiencing dry eyes with frequent tearing. In recent years, she has noticed increasing blurriness in her vision. After consulting sever...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
1. If the macula is severely degenerated, the results of any type of intraocular lens will not be ideal. 2. If you have concerns, the surgery can be postponed, as it is not an emergency procedure. Regarding the intraocular lens, a multifocal lens is generally a more favorable cho...[Read More] Can Multifocal Intraocular Lenses Improve Vision with Macular Degeneration?
Understanding Eye Degeneration: Symptoms and Solutions for Myopia
Ocular degeneration I have been experiencing floaters in my eyes for some time, and I have high myopia with mild astigmatism, approximately 600-700 degrees. My eyes are often dry, so I cannot wear contact lenses for long periods; I only wear them when necessary, and most of the t...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Based on your description, you are likely experiencing some early signs of presbyopia, which is related to your prolonged use of computers and electronic devices. Regarding your vision significantly deteriorating in low-light conditions, this is likely due to pupil dilation in di...[Read More] Understanding Eye Degeneration: Symptoms and Solutions for Myopia
Can Early Macular Degeneration Be Missed in Eye Exams?
Examination of the macula? I would like to ask the doctor if there is a discrepancy between the results of a visual examination and those obtained from computerized instruments after dilation in the early stages of macular degeneration. Is it possible that the doctor may not visu...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Lin: It is possible that there are changes in the equipment that may not be visible to the naked eye, so appropriate diagnostic tests are also important. Online answers can only serve as a reference; if necessary, it is still essential to seek medical attention at a hea...[Read More] Can Early Macular Degeneration Be Missed in Eye Exams?
Can Early Macular Degeneration Be Missed in Eye Exams?
Examination of the macula? I would like to ask the doctor if there is a discrepancy between the results of a visual examination and those obtained from computerized imaging when examining early-stage macular degeneration after dilation. Is it possible that the doctor may not visu...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Lin: It is possible that there are changes in the equipment that may not be visible to the naked eye, so appropriate diagnostic tests are also important. Online answers can only serve as a reference; if necessary, it is still essential to seek medical attention at a hea...[Read More] Can Early Macular Degeneration Be Missed in Eye Exams?
Understanding Amsler Grid Distortion: Is It Macular Degeneration or Fatigue?
Macular degeneration Hello doctor, when I focus on the Amsler grid, I feel that the lines appear to fluctuate and have a slight curve. I would like to ask if this is due to visual fatigue or macular degeneration. However, a few days ago, I saw a doctor who said there were no abno...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Lin: If the doctor finds nothing unusual during the examination, continue to monitor yourself. If there is no worsening, it should be fine. However, if it becomes more severe, you will need to seek medical attention. As for high intraocular pressure, regular check-ups a...[Read More] Understanding Amsler Grid Distortion: Is It Macular Degeneration or Fatigue?
Understanding Blurred Vision in the Outer Field of Left Eye
Blurry vision in the peripheral area of the left eye? Hello Doctor, I am highly myopic (approximately 900 degrees in both eyes). Two years ago, I experienced a sudden vitreous hemorrhage in my left eye, so I have been regularly visiting the hospital for dilated fundus examination...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Kevin: Blurred vision in the outer fields of both eyes may indicate a defect in the visual field examination. If the retinal examination is normal, we should consider issues related to the optic nerve and the brain. The first thing to consider is a potential problem with th...[Read More] Understanding Blurred Vision in the Outer Field of Left Eye
Is Your Eye Discomfort a Sign of Macular Degeneration?
Discomfort in the left eye? When looking at my phone, the screen suddenly dims. I always thought it was a problem with the phone, and straight lines appear curved with distorted text. Could this be a sign of macular degeneration? After performing the Amsler Grid test, I noticed t...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
It is recommended that you visit an ophthalmology clinic as soon as possible for an examination. Based on your description, the situation is unusual, and I cannot provide advice based solely on experience. Dr. He Jianxian, Ophthalmology Department, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Is Your Eye Discomfort a Sign of Macular Degeneration?
Understanding Macular Degeneration: Causes, Risks, and Treatment Options
Macular degeneration Hello, Doctor. I have a few questions to ask: 1. What are the main causes of macular degeneration? I am an engineer, so I may spend around 12 to 13 hours a day using electronic devices. Does this increase the risk of developing macular degeneration? I am nea...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Huang: 1. Regarding macular degeneration, please refer to: https://bit.ly/3wPVAzR. High myopia may increase the risk of early macular degeneration. The use of digital devices (3C) is primarily an indirect factor, such as worsening myopia. There is no conclusive evidenc...[Read More] Understanding Macular Degeneration: Causes, Risks, and Treatment Options
Understanding Dark and Yellow Vision in High Myopia: Causes and Solutions
The left eye sees things as dark and yellow, and the small print on packaging is unclear? Hello Doctor: I am 24 years old and have high myopia in both eyes, with the right eye at -950 and the left eye at -750 (both eyes have astigmatism of 200-250). I have had retinal laser treat...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Krystal: Currently, it does not appear to be macular degeneration, and if there were any issues, the physician would inform you. Regular check-ups will allow for early detection of any lesions. As for the differences in visual acuity, color perception, and brightness betwee...[Read More] Understanding Dark and Yellow Vision in High Myopia: Causes and Solutions
Is It Macular Degeneration or Just Visual Fatigue?
Is it macular degeneration? Today, while taking notes on my tablet, I noticed that straight lines appeared uneven, distorted, and seemed to float. However, when I look at straight lines in a book, I don't experience this issue. I would like to ask the doctor if this could be...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Lin: It is possible that the issue is caused by the tablet display, as the screen forms images from many light points, which can sometimes lead to such situations. Straight lines in books should not exhibit this problem, so it is likely unrelated. You can test yourself ...[Read More] Is It Macular Degeneration or Just Visual Fatigue?