Do You Need Glasses for Parallax Issues? Understanding Eye Health
Parallax issue Hello, doctor. If the disparity in vision is significant, is it necessary to wear glasses? I feel more comfortable using my phone without glasses. The optometrist said that not wearing them will worsen my vision.
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If there is a significant difference in the refractive error between your two eyes, it may affect your visual comfort and your ability to focus on objects at varying distances. You mentioned that using your phone is more comfortable without glasses, which may be because yo...[Read More] Do You Need Glasses for Parallax Issues? Understanding Eye Health
Post Vitrectomy and Laser Surgery: Managing Severe Vision Distortion
Post Vitrectomy and Retinal Laser Surgery Hello, Director He: I would like to ask about my current prescription, which is over 300 degrees in my right eye and over 600 degrees in my left eye (previously around 300 degrees before surgery). The disparity is too great, how should I ...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Excessive parallax can make it difficult to wear glasses; contact lenses may be considered to improve the situation of excessive parallax. As for correcting the prescription or visual distortion, this may be more challenging to adjust. This is for reference. Dr. Ho Chien-Hsien, O...[Read More] Post Vitrectomy and Laser Surgery: Managing Severe Vision Distortion
Understanding Parallax and Prescription Glasses for Eye Health
Issues with prescription glasses for individuals with binocular disparity and visual usage? Hello, Doctor. I would like to inquire about the issue of binocular disparity and glasses prescription. How I discovered the disparity: Around the fifth or sixth grade, my right eye was ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. It is possible. 2. If possible, you can start with a prescription of +2.50 diopters. It should not cause discomfort. An examination every six months is sufficient. 3. 4. Currently, the disparity should not increase. You can continue to monitor it. If the right eye'...[Read More] Understanding Parallax and Prescription Glasses for Eye Health
Choosing the Right Prescription for Cataract Surgery: Key Considerations
Cataract residual refractive error Hello Dr. He, I had cataract surgery on my right eye at the end of July last year, with a target prescription of +1.00 (post-operative refraction of +1.25). I can see 0.3 (0.5 was the result from an examination in June this year). My left eye al...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
It is recommended to choose zero degrees directly, as a parallax of around one hundred degrees will not cause any significant issues even when wearing glasses, as provided for your reference by Dr. He Jianxian, Director of the Ophthalmology Department at Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Choosing the Right Prescription for Cataract Surgery: Key Considerations
Choosing the Right Glasses After Cataract Surgery: A Guide for Computer Users
Post-cataract surgery binocular disparity contact lenses? Hello, doctor. I previously had a pair of glasses with a prescription of +3.00, which I used for 9 years. I recently underwent cataract surgery on one eye and received a government-subsidized intraocular lens. Currently, I...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Shin: Each person has a different adaptability to parallax and near vision, so there are many different methods you can try to see which one suits you best. Due to significant parallax, you may need to use one eye at a time. 1. For reading books or documents at close range...[Read More] Choosing the Right Glasses After Cataract Surgery: A Guide for Computer Users
Understanding the Link Between Visual Disparity and Tinnitus Symptoms
Parallax and Tinnitus Phenomenon Hello, Doctor: I have a binocular disparity (uncorrected) of 1.0 in the left eye and 0.2 in the right eye. I had glasses prescribed about 6-7 years ago, but I felt discomfort and dizziness when putting them on or taking them off, so I hardly wore ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Sarah: The issue of parallax should not cause tinnitus. You may refer to this link: https://bit.ly/2WPJg3t. The ophthalmology department at Puzi Hospital in Taiwan is open on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, and on Wednesday afternoon...[Read More] Understanding the Link Between Visual Disparity and Tinnitus Symptoms
Understanding Parallax Issues in Vision: When to Seek Help
Parallax issue Hello Doctor: Since yesterday, whether I take off or put on my glasses, I have been experiencing a significant difference in vision between my two eyes, with one eye appearing more blurred. It takes a few minutes for my vision to feel more normal, and this is parti...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, it is recommended to seek medical examination. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Ophthalmology Department, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Parallax Issues in Vision: When to Seek Help
Understanding Vision Issues After Cataract Surgery: Double Vision Explained
Cataract surgery vision Hello, Dr. Tsai. I underwent cataract surgery on my left eye two weeks ago, where a monofocal intraocular lens was implanted, with a target of -2.00 diopters for near vision. My right eye has a refractive error of -6.50 diopters. Since my original glasses ...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, please wait until your prescription stabilizes before getting new glasses. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of Ophthalmology, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Vision Issues After Cataract Surgery: Double Vision Explained
Understanding Strabismus: Does Adult Exotropia Cause Binocular Disparity?
Strabismus and Parallax Issues Hello, Director! Does adult exotropia cause binocular disparity?
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, parallax refers to the difference in refractive error between the two eyes and is not related to strabismus. Wishing you peace and health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Department of Ophthalmology, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Understanding Strabismus: Does Adult Exotropia Cause Binocular Disparity?
Understanding Floaters: Symptoms, Treatment Options, and Vision Concerns
Hello, floaters? Hello, I have some spots or lines in my vision, and I also feel like there are many tiny particles moving around. Are these symptoms of floaters? A doctor mentioned that it cannot be cured. Is there a possibility of it being treated? Additionally, I have a dispar...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, there are many forms of floaters, all of which can be referred to as floaters. If they are not within the line of sight, one may feel asymptomatic. The issue of parallax should be addressed through vision care to prevent deterioration. Wishing you peace and health. Sincere...[Read More] Understanding Floaters: Symptoms, Treatment Options, and Vision Concerns
Understanding Parallax Issues in Vision: A Guide for Patients
Parallax issue Doctor, I have had vision problems since the first grade of elementary school (right eye myopia -50, left eye hyperopia +50). Initially, it was pseudomyopia, but it later progressed to true myopia. When I first developed myopia, I experienced some dilation, but it ...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, based on your description, the use of glasses and patching one eye for treatment suggests a case of amblyopia. After the age of 18, the likelihood of an increase in prescription is reduced, and there should not be significant changes in binocular disparity. Wishing you pea...[Read More] Understanding Parallax Issues in Vision: A Guide for Patients
Understanding Monocular Fatigue: Causes and Solutions for Eye Discomfort
Monocular fatigue Hello, doctor! My right eye has a myopia of about 300 degrees, while my left eye has about 50 degrees and mild astigmatism. The disparity between my two eyes is quite significant. I usually don’t wear glasses, only when attending classes. I’ve noticed that when ...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
It may be related to parallax, but we need to examine it to know for sure. Thank you.[Read More] Understanding Monocular Fatigue: Causes and Solutions for Eye Discomfort
Understanding Causes of Significant Parallax in Vision Problems
Possible causes of excessive parallax? Hello Dr. Wang, I have been nearsighted since childhood, and my prescription has continued to worsen. After entering the workforce, I have visited an ophthalmologist several times, but they all confirmed it was just myopia. Recently, since I...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, based on what you mentioned, it seems that the vision in both eyes is significantly different, rather than a large disparity (which refers to a difference in prescription of more than 200 degrees between the two eyes). If one eye has poorer vision, the examinations you und...[Read More] Understanding Causes of Significant Parallax in Vision Problems
Understanding Prescription Choices for Cataract Surgery: A Patient's Guide
Urgent~~ Issue with the reserved prescription for cataract surgery! Hello Doctor, I would like to ask if having a preoperative prescription of +900 degrees for the right eye and +650 degrees for the left eye, and being accustomed to this degree of anisometropia, indicates that ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Betty: If you currently do not experience any discomfort from parallax, there is no need to reserve a prescription. This way, you can see far with your right eye. However, this will be different from your previous habit. Previously, your right eye was more myopic, but after...[Read More] Understanding Prescription Choices for Cataract Surgery: A Patient's Guide
Understanding Temporary Vision Disturbances: Causes and Solutions
About the Eyes Hello Doctor: Sometimes my eyes have different focal points, causing my vision to become unclear. Occasionally, when I look at things, my vision appears yellowish temporarily, lasting about 10 to 20 seconds before returning to normal. This symptom has been occurrin...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello: Do you experience any strabismus or parallax, or could presbyopia cause fatigue? I need to examine the patient to provide more details. Sincerely, Dr. Komeilan, Ophthalmology.[Read More] Understanding Temporary Vision Disturbances: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Parallax: Vision Requirements for Military Service
Parallax Hello, doctor: My left eye has a prescription of -7.50 with astigmatism of -0.75, and my right eye has a prescription of -3.50 with astigmatism of -2.25. The difference in vision is quite significant. Do I need to serve in the military?
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello: After preliminary calculations, the difference in refractive power between your two eyes does not exceed four diopters, which is considered normal. However, a detailed examination is still necessary to confirm this. Sincerely, Dr. Wang Zhang-ji, Ophthalmologist.[Read More] Understanding Parallax: Vision Requirements for Military Service
The Effects of Neglecting Glasses for High Myopia in Adults
Questions about the eyes? Hello Dr. Wang: Thank you for your previous response regarding parallax. I have another question: If an adult has approximately 500 degrees of myopia and does not wear glasses for a long time, what will happen? Additionally, what are the consequences of ...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello: If you are already an adult, not wearing glasses or having insufficient prescription will generally not lead to a significant increase in refractive error, but it may cause eye strain. This is a response from Dr. Wang Zhang-ji, an ophthalmologist at Taoyuan Hospital, Minis...[Read More] The Effects of Neglecting Glasses for High Myopia in Adults
Understanding Parallax Issues in Myopia Treatment for Adults
Parallax issue Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask about the response from a commenter named "Minion" regarding the treatment methods for correcting myopia. They mentioned that medication can be used to suppress the progression of the more severe eye. Why is there no med...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello! I don't think any manufacturers would develop a solution to increase prescription strength. The eye generally stops changing around the age of 20, so the treatment effects would be less effective. Best wishes for health from Dr. Wang Zhang-ji of the Department of Opht...[Read More] Understanding Parallax Issues in Myopia Treatment for Adults
Understanding Strabismus: Can Parallax Cause Eye Misalignment?
Strabismus and Parallax Hello Dr. Wu, I would like to ask if disparity can lead to strabismus. During high school, I experienced mild strabismus, and sometimes my eyes had difficulty focusing, especially after long periods of reading. At that time, I consulted an ophthalmologist ...
Dr. Wu Shengping Reply:
Hello Ms. Vita: Based on what you mentioned, you can first adjust the near vision prescription for your left eye (increase the prescription), and it should improve naturally, as a prescription of over one hundred diopters has minimal impact on focusing issues.[Read More] Understanding Strabismus: Can Parallax Cause Eye Misalignment?
Understanding Parallax Issues in Myopia Management: Can Medication Help?
Parallax issue Hello, doctor. Thank you for your previous response regarding my brother's issue with binocular disparity. In your earlier reply, you mentioned that medication could help prevent the progression of high myopia in one eye. Is that correct? So, is there medicati...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello! I'm not sure how old your brother is this year, but generally, myopia stabilizes after the age of 20 and is unlikely to increase significantly. Therefore, at this point, prescribing medication can help us determine if he has myopic progression. The significance of pre...[Read More] Understanding Parallax Issues in Myopia Management: Can Medication Help?