Understanding Mydriatic Eye Drops: Effectiveness and Usage Guidelines
Questions about eye drops? I heard from others that there is an eye drop called a mydriatic agent that can stabilize refractive error and prevent it from increasing. Is this really effective? If it is effective, can I buy it at a pharmacy on my own, or do I need to go to an ophth...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello: After the age of 18, myopia has not increased significantly. If you wish to use a treatment, you may consider 0.125% atropine, but it may cause mild photophobia. Purchasing the medication on your own theoretically violates pharmacy regulations. Sincerely, Dr. Komeilan, Oph...[Read More] Understanding Mydriatic Eye Drops: Effectiveness and Usage Guidelines
Understanding Eye Injuries in Children: Concerns and Treatment Options
Child's eye injury concerns ~ urgent question? Dear Dr. Liu, My daughter (almost five years old) was injured last Friday when a classmate accidentally scratched her eyeball with a textbook (an abrasion was noted during the evening examination). She has been using eye drops ...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Miss: Based on experience, your child's eye scratch is likely a superficial injury, so it should heal without leaving any scars. If the injured area is located along the visual axis, it could significantly affect visual acuity. For the reduction in vision, it is impor...[Read More] Understanding Eye Injuries in Children: Concerns and Treatment Options
Understanding Mydriatics and Contact Lens Use in Eye Care
Pupil Dilation Agents and Contact Lenses Hello Dr. Chang: I would like to ask at what age the effects of mydriatic agents typically diminish? Additionally, for someone who has worn contact lenses for an extended period of over 3 to 4 years, will they have difficulty adjusting to ...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
Pupil-dilating eye drops are generally used until puberty, but if myopia continues to worsen, it may be necessary to use them into the twenties, with significant individual variation. When wearing contact lenses, there is no issue with pupillary distance, so it may take a few day...[Read More] Understanding Mydriatics and Contact Lens Use in Eye Care
Why My Daughter's Myopia Measurements Keep Changing: A Parent's Concern
The degree of myopia varies with each measurement? Dear Dr. Wang, My daughter originally had myopia of about 200-300 degrees with astigmatism (wearing daily disposable soft contact lenses). On July 27, due to insufficient prescription, she was fitted with a pair of extended wear...
Dr. Wang Yuwei Reply:
Typically, this situation occurs due to the contraction of the ciliary muscle, leading to an increase in refractive error and resulting in blurred vision. The approach to manage this is to use a strong mydriatic agent to determine the true prescription, or to employ certain techn...[Read More] Why My Daughter's Myopia Measurements Keep Changing: A Parent's Concern
Understanding UV Protection in Contact Lenses for Eye Health
About UV-blocking contact lenses? I have mild myopia in my right eye, approximately between 25 to 50 degrees, while my left eye is normal. Therefore, I use a mild cycloplegic agent every night. During the day, when it's sunny, I can't wear sunglasses at school, so I...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
First, you should check if you are using a long-acting mydriatic agent (you can consult your physician). If it is only a short-acting one, there is no need to specifically use UV protection tools. Additionally, most lenses have good UV protection after processing, so wearing regu...[Read More] Understanding UV Protection in Contact Lenses for Eye Health
Effective Eye Care Tips for Managing Myopia and Maintaining Vision Health
Myopia I have myopia of about 50-75 degrees in my right eye, while my left eye is normal. I have been using dilating drops long-term and have check-ups every six months. However, I am unsure about what maintenance methods can help correct my vision over a year and a half. Do dila...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello, Zhih-Peng: If mydriatic agents are used and myopia still persists, it indicates true myopia rather than pseudomyopia, making it difficult for the refractive error to regress. Mydriatic agents are used to prevent further progression of myopia. Due to the dilation of the pup...[Read More] Effective Eye Care Tips for Managing Myopia and Maintaining Vision Health
Understanding the Use of Cycloplegic Agents in Pediatric Myopia Management
Issues Related to the Use of Mydriatics A sixth-grade child has recently experienced an increase in myopia from -3.50 diopters to -5.00 diopters over the past year. The physician has prescribed a cycloplegic agent. Here are the responses to your questions: 1. While using cyclopl...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello, after instilling a mydriatic agent, the ability to focus on near objects may diminish. We utilize this characteristic to treat pseudomyopia. If the concentration of the mydriatic agent used is not high, it will not cause harm to the eyes. However, if a higher concentration...[Read More] Understanding the Use of Cycloplegic Agents in Pediatric Myopia Management
Managing Rapid Myopia Progression: Effective Strategies and Treatments
Increase in prescription strength? Hello! Recently, my myopia has been worsening (over 700 degrees in the left eye, and over 1400 degrees with amblyopia in the right eye + degeneration). My left eye has increased by over 100 degrees in a year! When I went to the hospital for an e...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello! I'm not sure which type of mydriatic agent you used or its concentration. After instillation, did your prescription still increase? I recommend that you continue using it and follow up at the clinic to monitor your prescription as a reference for medication selection....[Read More] Managing Rapid Myopia Progression: Effective Strategies and Treatments
Understanding Cycloplegic Agent Concentrations for Myopia Management
What is the concentration of mydriatic agents? Hello Dr. Wang, My child is currently 9 years old and has a myopia of -1.75 diopters. The ophthalmologist has recommended using a cycloplegic agent to slow the progression of myopia, with a prescribed concentration of 0.25%. A colle...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello! The concentration of mydriatic agents is not solely based on the degree of refractive error but rather should be adjusted according to the individual's constitution and their response to the medication. If your child has been using 0.25% for a period of time and their...[Read More] Understanding Cycloplegic Agent Concentrations for Myopia Management
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
Understanding Pseudomyopia: Causes, Treatment, and Eye Drops Side Effects
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate Hello, doctor. I previously asked you about my eye condition. The symptoms are that my vision is a bit blurry when looking at things, but it only happens sometimes. Is it possible that I have pseudomyopia? I went to see an ...
Dr. Chen Xuan Reply:
Losemin is a short-acting cycloplegic agent that also has the effect of dilating the pupils. Clinically, in addition to its use in dilating the pupils for fundus examinations, ophthalmologists often use it for the prevention of myopia and the treatment of pseudomyopia. When using...[Read More] Understanding Pseudomyopia: Causes, Treatment, and Eye Drops Side Effects
Retinal Detachment Examination: Concerns for High Eye Pressure
Retinal detachment examination I have a myopia of 1000 degrees and I am considering undergoing a retinal detachment examination. However, I have slightly elevated intraocular pressure. Would the use of mydriatic drops increase my intraocular pressure further?
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Explanation: Some individuals may experience a temporary increase in intraocular pressure after the administration of mydriatic agents. For those with a prescription of 1000 diopters, a dilated fundus examination is indeed necessary. After the examination, intraocular pressure sh...[Read More] Retinal Detachment Examination: Concerns for High Eye Pressure
How to Correct Pseudomyopia: Effective Solutions and Tips
How to correct pseudomyopia? How to correct pseudomyopia?
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Explanation: Mydriatic agents (or cycloplegic agents) can be used for eye drop treatment.[Read More] How to Correct Pseudomyopia: Effective Solutions and Tips
Should You Use Dilating Drops for Your Child's Vision Check?
What is the efficacy of mydriatic agents? The child is 9 years old and has not had a vision check for about two years. It was noticed that there are abnormalities in his vision, and upon examination at the hospital, he was found to be nearsighted with a prescription of -4.50 diop...
Dr. Zhang Yuanze Reply:
Hello Ms. Li: The purpose of using mydriatic agents in myopic patients is to prevent the progression of myopia or to slow down the rate of its increase. The opinion of an optometry doctoral candidate in the United States against the use of mydriatic agents may be based on concern...[Read More] Should You Use Dilating Drops for Your Child's Vision Check?