Nystagmus, Ophthalmology FAQ - Page 2

Eye problems Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you about a symptom I experience. Every morning, the moment I open my eyes, I feel like the images I see are vibrating, especially in the upper part of my vision. However, after blinking a few times, it quickly resolves. When I get ...

Retinal issues Hello, does retinopathy of prematurity primarily affect the peripheral retina, resulting only in peripheral visual field loss? (Because the surgically treated peripheral retina may have defects?) The presence of a 30-degree visual field loss in retinopathy of prema...

Peripheral vision Hello, regarding the peripheral vision, if the horizontal plane is considered as 0 degrees, with an upward vision of 45 degrees and a downward vision of 60 degrees measured from 0, the lateral vision is 180 degrees, and the inner vision is 30 degrees, extending ...

Visual field issues Hello, is a visual field defect of 18.14 dB indicative of a total decrease in sensitivity within a 30-degree central visual field? It is possible that there are areas where light points are completely unperceived. There may also be many areas where smaller, we...

Monocular visual field oscillation Hello Doctor: I have myopia of about 500 degrees in both eyes along with mild astigmatism. To prevent my prescription from worsening, I pay attention to the time, brightness, and blue light filtering when using computers and smartphones, and I t...

Pseudomyopia Hello, I would like to ask if high degrees of pseudomyopia make it easier for myopia to increase? Sometimes the degree before dilation is 600 or 700, but after dilation, it does not exceed 550 (previously 350, then 450, and later over 500). Is an increase of 50 to 75...

Eyes and Light Hello, I have issues with nystagmus and retinopathy of prematurity, as well as high myopia and astigmatism. When looking at certain computer screens or projected images, I sometimes perceive a slight flicker in the light, and the text appears to shake. Occasionally...

Nystagmus 1. Can congenital nystagmus worsen over time? If so, what could be the possible reasons? Would it lead to further deterioration of vision? 2. It is said that individuals with congenital nystagmus do not experience oscillopsia when looking at objects, but why do they per...

Visual impairment Hello, I saw the standards for visual impairment online, and there are two criteria for mild visual field loss: 1. For the central 24-degree program on the automated perimetry, an average defect greater than 25 dB (exclusive) is required. 2. For the central 30-d...

The sensation of horizontal eye movement? Recently, I have experienced a sudden sensation of my eyeballs shaking and my vision swaying (horizontally) when I focus on something for a while or when my eyes feel very tired. It only lasts for a moment and then goes away. Could you pl...

Nystagmus I have experienced trauma to both of my eyes (with internal bleeding) and recently noticed that when I look at certain red objects, they appear to be pulsating, while other red items do not. I researched online and found that this could be nystagmus. I would like to ask...

The eyeball will move to one side? A 5-year-old child has recently been experiencing episodes where their eyes occasionally move to one side, sometimes every 3 seconds and other times every ten seconds. There is no nystagmus observed in the eyeballs, so it is uncertain whether th...

Could you please provide more details about the child's eye problem? The child, currently 6 years old, has experienced several episodes after watching television, where they focus on the same light for too long. Before sleeping, when the eyes are fatigued, objects appear to ...

Sometimes the eyes experience visual tremors? Recently, I sometimes experience a sudden sensation of my vision shaking left and right when looking at things (it feels like the muscles inside my eyes are twitching?). However, it passes quickly, and I'm unsure what causes it. ...

Adults experiencing eye tremors, small rashes on the eyelids, and decreased vision? Director Tsai: Hello, two years ago I became a civil servant and moved to Taipei alone for work convenience, not often returning home to see my parents. Since my residence has access to free Wi-Fi...

Surgical Issues Related to Nystagmus I am a patient who has been suffering from nystagmus for a long time. It seems that there are no related surgical options available domestically, but I found a relevant report abroad (Magnetic Oculomotor Prosthetics for Acquired Nystagmus). He...

Is there a cure for amblyopia? I have been visually impaired since childhood, likely due to hereditary amblyopia, and I also have nystagmus. I really hope to experience a day when I can see clearly. Is that possible?

Does long-term use of glaucoma medications lead to cataracts? Hello Doctor: First, let me explain my situation. I have been diagnosed with retinitis pigmentosa (night blindness and constricted visual fields), congenital nystagmus, and amblyopia since childhood, with both eyes hav...

Nystagmus Hello doctor, I have congenital nystagmus and my prescription is over 700, almost 800. Should I see an ophthalmologist or a neurologist? I sometimes fall suddenly while walking and feel that it’s becoming increasingly difficult to see. Are there any improvement methods?...

Nystagmus and Retinal Issues Hello, Doctor. A few days ago, I underwent a retinal examination and noticed a yellow-green sensation in the center of my left eye. When reading, the words in the central vision appear highlighted, similar to being marked with a highlighter, while my ...