Understanding Blurred Vision After Retinal Laser Repair: Causes and Solutions
Follow-up appointment after retinal hole repair? Hello, Director Gao: On February 28, I discovered a hole in the retina of my left eye and underwent laser treatment to repair it on the same day. Starting the next day, I noticed that objects appeared blurry in the upper part of my...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If the doctor has examined you and found no issues, then you can rest assured! It is normal for there to be peripheral vision loss in the area treated with laser, but most people typically do not notice it. You may be more sensitive and have detected a difference compared ...[Read More] Understanding Blurred Vision After Retinal Laser Repair: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Eye Flickering: Questions About Vision and Health
A broken light bulb? Flickering eyes? Dear Doctor, Thank you very much for your prompt response; your explanation has reassured me significantly. However, I still have some questions I would like to ask. 1. Can I continue with my regular work (mainly reading publications or us...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Andrew: 1. Can I continue my regular work (mainly reading publications or using the computer and writing with pen and paper) or daily activities? Yes, there is no problem. 2. If I choose to ignore such phenomena (like flickering or flashes), will my vision be adversely ...[Read More] Understanding Eye Flickering: Questions About Vision and Health
Addressing Eyelid Laxity After Inward Eyelash Surgery: What to Do?
Eyelash inversion surgery may lead to loosening years later? Hello, doctor. Over a decade ago, I underwent surgery to correct my ingrown eyelashes. Now, my left eye appears noticeably droopy; the surgical crease is still present but cannot support the eyelid, making my left eye l...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
It is advisable for you to discuss the above situation with your attending physician. Wishing you good health![Read More] Addressing Eyelid Laxity After Inward Eyelash Surgery: What to Do?
Understanding Visual Illusions: When to Worry About Eye Symptoms
Inquiry about visual illusions related to the eyes? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask some questions about phenomena that I am not sure are normal (I have approximately 600 degrees of myopia in both eyes). Here are my explanations: 1) Sometimes when I wake up, I see a net-like...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Chao-Ming: 1) This phenomenon is likely caused by vitreous degeneration, commonly known as floaters. The net-like appearance is also a type of floaters. It is less similar to the phenomenon of entoptic phenomena. You can refer to: http://bit.ly/2ROw6AR. Both floaters and ...[Read More] Understanding Visual Illusions: When to Worry About Eye Symptoms
Managing Vision Loss in Elderly Diabetic Patients: Options for Care
Vision is becoming increasingly blurred? Hello doctor, my father is 82 years old and has diabetes, which has been well controlled with medication. However, his vision has been deteriorating over the past few years. He suffered a brain injury at work 20 years ago, which has left h...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Basically, health insurance does not cover hospitalization and general anesthesia for ophthalmic examinations. If you wish to proceed with this, it would need to be done entirely out-of-pocket. This is for your reference.[Read More] Managing Vision Loss in Elderly Diabetic Patients: Options for Care
Post-Laser Eye Surgery: Common Concerns and Recovery Insights
Both eyes underwent laser treatment due to retinal thinning. Post-operative related questions? A week ago, I visited an ophthalmologist due to persistent blurred vision in my left eye. After a dilated examination of both eyes, it was found that there was retinal degeneration (thi...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Winnie, Q1. It is common to experience muscle tightness, dryness, and elevated intraocular pressure after laser treatment. Is this normal? Could it be related to emotional stress? The laser procedure itself is likely not related to these symptoms; they may be more associat...[Read More] Post-Laser Eye Surgery: Common Concerns and Recovery Insights
Understanding High Myopia and Its Connection to Floaters and Retinal Risks
High myopia and floaters? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask you a few questions: 1. I have high myopia, with pre-dilation measurements of 1025/1050 and post-dilation measurements of 925/950. At my age, will my myopia continue to increase? 2. I have regular check-ups for floa...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello HANK: 1. I have high myopia, with measurements of 1025/1050 before dilation and 925/950 after dilation. Will my myopia increase at this age? Answer: Generally, it is unlikely to increase. 2. I regularly check for floaters, and there are no major issues. I observe that b...[Read More] Understanding High Myopia and Its Connection to Floaters and Retinal Risks
Addressing Severe Myopia and Astigmatism: Seeking Non-Surgical Solutions
A bunch of questions? Hello Doctor: I have been nearsighted for a long time. A few years ago, I got my glasses from a professional optical store, but they did not include astigmatism correction due to comfort considerations. My astigmatism is quite severe, and my nearsightedness ...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, please reduce the use of electronic devices and allow your eyes to rest more. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Ophthalmology Department, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Addressing Severe Myopia and Astigmatism: Seeking Non-Surgical Solutions
Understanding Floaters: Common Concerns and Symptoms Explained
Floaters issue? 1. I have a history of floaters, and recently I've noticed that every morning after waking up, I see dense black spots in the center of my vision when looking at the sky. However, after about an hour, they disappear. I have been to the hospital for an examina...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, 1. This is a manifestation of floaters. 2. Seeing wavy patterns is also a type of floater manifestation. In summary, floaters can be quite bothersome, and it is advisable to have an eye examination by a physician. If there are no issues with the retina, then one may h...[Read More] Understanding Floaters: Common Concerns and Symptoms Explained
Understanding Post-Laser Treatment Symptoms for Retinal Issues
Questions Related to Post-Retinal Laser Treatment Dear Dr. Gao, Thank you very much for taking the time to answer my questions. About a year ago, I discovered that I had retinal tears in both my left and right eyes, and both underwent laser treatment. During my follow-up visit i...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Yunyun: Usually, seeing flashes of light is primarily caused by the vitreous pulling on the retina, while seeing black lines or floaters is known as floaters syndrome. This type of pulling is generally harmless, so as long as there is no further retinal damage upon examina...[Read More] Understanding Post-Laser Treatment Symptoms for Retinal Issues
Concerns About Retinal Thinning and Air Travel Safety
Regarding retinal thinning and flying issues? Good evening, Director. I apologize for interrupting your busy time! I have referred to previous questions from others, but it seems there are no similar inquiries, so I would like to ask you—my father has a history of two retinal tea...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Basically, if there are issues with the retina, an annual follow-up examination once or twice is sufficient. If a recent follow-up has been done, there is no need to have another examination specifically for flying. Air travel should not cause retinal tears. Generally, just be ca...[Read More] Concerns About Retinal Thinning and Air Travel Safety
Understanding Floaters: Eye Health, Symptoms, and Management Tips
Floaters and Fundus Examination Hello Doctor: I am 26 years old, with myopia of -7.75 diopters in my left eye and -6.50 diopters in my right eye (both eyes have astigmatism below 25 degrees). After graduating from university, I have been working long hours on the computer for abo...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
1. No, it won't. 2. Judging by the duration, it doesn't seem like it; it resembles an afterimage more. 3. Avoid lifting things suddenly with force; slowing down has less impact on the eyes. 4. This requires self-adjustment.[Read More] Understanding Floaters: Eye Health, Symptoms, and Management Tips
Understanding Visual Disturbances: Insights on Monocular Ghosting and Eye Fatigue
Monocular visual afterimages At the end of March, I noticed a white haze in my left eye's vision, which appeared to be light in color but did not affect my ability to see. When looking at a computer screen with a white background and black text, it felt bright. I went to an ...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, please observe the situation, and if the symptoms persist, seek medical attention again. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Ophthalmology Department, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Visual Disturbances: Insights on Monocular Ghosting and Eye Fatigue
Understanding Eye Issues: Floaters, Dry Eyes, and Digital Strain
Floaters and Other Issues I am a heavy user of electronic devices and my sleep schedule is reversed. I am 23 years old, and my eye prescription is: left eye: -6.00, right eye: -5.25. Since April of last year, I have been experiencing symptoms that have persisted for a year, inclu...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, as a heavy user of electronic devices, addressing your irregular sleep patterns and excessive screen time will likely help alleviate your symptoms. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Ophthalmology Department, Taoyuan General Hospita...[Read More] Understanding Eye Issues: Floaters, Dry Eyes, and Digital Strain
Understanding Perceived Vision Distortion: Causes and Solutions
Perceived visual distortion? Hello Doctor: Recently, I started to feel like I was standing crooked, but upon observation by others, I was not actually standing askew. Since today, I have noticed that when I walk, my right eye seems to be positioned more forward than my left eye, ...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, please observe the situation, and if the symptoms persist, seek medical attention. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Ophthalmology Department, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Perceived Vision Distortion: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Floaters: When to Worry and How to Cope
Floaters issue? Hello, doctor. I have been experiencing floaters for two years. I have had two examinations, and both doctors said that floaters are very normal and there is no need for concern (they mentioned that there are no issues with my eyes, including the retina). However,...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Xiaomi: Floaters can indeed be a bothersome issue. However, there is currently no way to alleviate them. As long as there are no retinal problems upon examination, one can only coexist with them. The number of floaters may vary over time, and there is no need to pay them ex...[Read More] Understanding Floaters: When to Worry and How to Cope
Understanding Light Sensitivity in Dry Eye Syndrome: Causes and Solutions
Dry eye syndrome with photophobia? Hello Doctor, I have recently noticed an improvement in my dryness and have not used artificial tears for over two weeks. However, I still apply tears once before bed, followed by an eye ointment and a warm compress. Yet, I feel that my photopho...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello NANA: There are many reasons for photophobia, and dry eyes are one of them. Inflammation of the eyes can also cause photophobia. It is advisable to use eye drops for dry eye syndrome to see if the sensitivity to light improves. If you are concerned about the long-term use o...[Read More] Understanding Light Sensitivity in Dry Eye Syndrome: Causes and Solutions
Does Sunlight Reflection from Buildings Affect Eye Health?
Regarding whether sunlight reflected off building facades can affect the eyes? Hello, doctor. I am a high school student. In the classroom, around 3 or 4 PM, sunlight reflects off the white exterior walls of the buildings across from us. I personally feel that the contrast betwee...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, indeed, excessive glare can be harmful to the eyes. Wishing you peace and good health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Ophthalmology Department, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Does Sunlight Reflection from Buildings Affect Eye Health?
Understanding Vitreous Detachment: Managing Floaters and Flashes in Myopia
Floaters, vitreous degeneration, retina? Hello! I have high myopia and astigmatism in both eyes, with myopia over 600 degrees and astigmatism over 300 degrees. In August of this year, I noticed black shadows floating in my vision. After an examination, it was confirmed that I hav...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Flashes of light are caused by the vitreous pulling on the retina, and they do not necessarily lead to a tear, nor is there an absolute correlation with retinal detachment. When the pulling force diminishes (which may occur if the vitreous separates from the retina, but could als...[Read More] Understanding Vitreous Detachment: Managing Floaters and Flashes in Myopia
Seeing Halos Around Streetlights: Should You Be Concerned?
Seeing halos around streetlights? Hello Doctor, I have high myopia and floaters, and I recently noticed that when looking at streetlights, there is a halo effect around them. The closer I get, the larger the halo appears. I can see this whether I'm wearing glasses or not, al...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, regular check-ups are sufficient. Wishing you peace and good health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Department of Ophthalmology, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Seeing Halos Around Streetlights: Should You Be Concerned?