Understanding Post-Retinal Surgery: Light Shadows and Follow-Up Care
Retinal issues? Hello, doctor! I would like to ask, after undergoing retinal repair surgery, is it normal to occasionally see light after closing my eyes, like a streak of light, in the first few days? Additionally, I have another question: since it’s not yet time for my follow-u...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, if you have any questions after the surgery, you are always welcome to come back for a check-up. 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 Post-Retinal Surgery: Light Shadows and Follow-Up Care
Understanding Post-Retinal Surgery Visual Disturbances: What to Expect
Post-retinal surgery Hello, Doctor: I recently underwent retinal detachment surgery and have been maintaining a face-down position for a month and a half. During my follow-up appointment, I was informed that there is 1/3 of the gas remaining, and I no longer need to maintain such...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Sensor: What you are seeing is likely the remaining gas, which can cause blurriness when viewed through it. When you are lying down, the gas presses against the center of the retina, resulting in blurriness in the middle. When your head is upright, the gas is above, causing...[Read More] Understanding Post-Retinal Surgery Visual Disturbances: What to Expect
Understanding Post-Retinal Surgery Vision Distortion and Cataracts
After retinal detachment surgery, there may be distortion of images due to cataracts? Hello Doctor: In late August of this year, I underwent retinal detachment surgery and laser surgery for retinal defects in my left eye. About three weeks post-surgery, I noticed a white, cloudy ...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
The correlation between image distortion and retinal flatness is significant, and retinal detachment may not fully restore to its original state.[Read More] Understanding Post-Retinal Surgery Vision Distortion and Cataracts
Understanding Post-Retinal Surgery Symptoms and Recovery Tips
Retinal surgery Hello Dr. Wang, Following up on my previous inquiry, I have a large hole in my retina. Initially, I underwent laser treatment at a clinic and was later referred for surgery. I had a scleral buckle procedure, and the doctor also injected some gas. When I asked th...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
This dark cloud mostly originates from vitreous fibers or retinal edema. Over time, it may become clearer, unless there are new lesions in the retina that necessitate evaluating the benefits of surgery; otherwise, it is still recommended to continue monitoring.[Read More] Understanding Post-Retinal Surgery Symptoms and Recovery Tips
Post-Retinal Surgery: Tips for Eye Care and Recovery
Post-retinal surgery Hello, I have a question. It has been almost three months since I had surgery on my left eye's retina, and my vision has not yet returned to its previous state. I still see a cloud floating around in my left eye, which is quite uncomfortable and somewhat...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
What conditions require surgery? What types of surgeries are performed? May I ask the doctor about the cause of that fog?[Read More] Post-Retinal Surgery: Tips for Eye Care and Recovery
Understanding Retinal Detachment Recovery and Eye Fatigue Relief
Eyes Hello Dr. Wang, I had surgery for retinal detachment in my right eye over two months ago. Currently, there is silicone oil in my eye, and I was recently diagnosed with a mild cataract. The cataract is about 3-4 out of 10 in maturity. My right eye frequently experiences flas...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello: Regarding the issue of flashes you mentioned, I would like to know if you see flashes with your eyes open or if they also occur when your eyes are closed. This phenomenon can arise from problems on the surface of the eye to issues within it, so I cannot provide a definitiv...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Detachment Recovery and Eye Fatigue Relief