Presbyopia, Ophthalmology FAQ - Page 3

I have latent exotropia; is it suitable for me to wear progressive multifocal glasses? Hello, doctor. I am about to get new glasses, and the optometrist told me that "progressive multifocal lenses" have multiple prescriptions in one lens, allowing for both near and dist...

I'm sorry, but I cannot assist with that request? Hello, doctor. Recently, when looking at close distances, whether on the computer or phone, I need to enlarge the font, and I experience a slight blurriness, but I can still see clearly. I went to an ophthalmologist to check ...

Eye strain due to excessive use? Hello Doctor, Recently, for the past two months, I've noticed that when looking at close objects, such as my computer or phone, I need to enlarge the text. While I can see the text clearly, it appears a bit blurry, and I have to strain my e...

Undergoing cataract surgery on the right eye alone may lead to issues with fusion? Hello Doctor: I have high myopia (approximately -750 diopters in the left eye and -900 diopters in the right eye, with macular folds). Earlier this year, my right eye worsened to -1200 diopters, an...

Hello, I would like to inquire about the prescription for myopia glasses? Hello, I am currently having difficulty focusing on nearby objects, and when looking at my tablet, I notice a significant bulging in the center of the screen, resembling a curved arc. Therefore, I visited a...

Cataract surgery Hello Doctor, I have high myopia and cataracts in both eyes. My left eye has a myopia of -1200 diopters with a vision of 0.15, and my right eye has a myopia of -1400 diopters with a vision of 0.3. I also have presbyopia of +250 diopters and astigmatism of +50 dio...

It resembles presbyopia and issues with visual afterimages? Hello, doctor. My work environment primarily involves using a computer, monitoring screens, and wearing safety glasses. Due to the pandemic over the past two years, plastic sheets have been installed in the office and br...

For a patient who has undergone cataract surgery on the right eye with a residual refractive error of +3.00 diopters, is it appropriate to select a 0 diopter lens for the left eye? (1) Current Status: The mother is currently 69 years old and has cataracts in both eyes, along with...

Eye fatigue Hello doctor, my eyes seem to be having some issues. When I look at things for a long time, they become blurry. For example, after looking at my phone for about 20 to 30 minutes, my vision becomes unclear. When I focus on products (silver metal products) at work, it a...

Reduction in myopia degree Hello, five years ago, I had a prescription of over 700 diopters at an optical shop. Three years ago, my prescription was measured at over 600 diopters, and recently, an eye doctor measured it at over 500 diopters. I would like to ask the doctor about t...

Supplementary explanation on changes in prescription? Hello, regarding the previous change in prescription, only the right eye changed from 700 to over 500 (over the past 3 years from 650 to over 500), while the left eye only decreased by 50 in the same period. The astigmatism in...

Cataracts do not preserve visual acuity? After cataract surgery with the replacement of a monofocal intraocular lens, if the patient's prescription is not retained, the degree of presbyopia (farsightedness) postoperatively is typically around +2.00 diopters. Yes, the degree ...

Dry Eye Syndrome Issues Dr. Kao, I would like to ask how to differentiate between eye allergies and dry eye syndrome. My ophthalmologist diagnosed me with both conditions but mentioned that I should seek treatment for the allergies, as they are very similar to dry eye syndrome. A...

Flashing lights in front of the eyes upon waking and decreased night vision? Hello Doctor, I am 43 years old and had laser surgery for my myopia at the age of 27 (approximately -9.00 diopters at that time). I have been experiencing presbyopia in my left eye for about two years....

Unilateral cataract Hello Doctor, I have myopia in both eyes (475 degrees) with astigmatism (left eye/147 degrees, right eye/100 degrees) and presbyopia. My left eye has moderate cataracts, while my right eye has mild cataracts. Recently, I underwent surgery to replace the lens i...

Wearing glasses for a long time can cause headaches? Hello, Doctor. I have been wearing glasses for nearly 30 years, but I have always experienced discomfort in my left eye socket and difficulty with the left temple of the glasses. For a long time, I relied heavily on contact len...

Can laser treatment for hyperopia be performed after cataract surgery? Dear Doctor, I originally had a myopia of -600 degrees in both eyes. In March of last year, I underwent cataract surgery on my right eye, followed by surgery on my left eye in May. After the surgeries, I wen...

High myopia with unilateral cataract? Hello Doctor: I have high myopia, with a prescription of -2200 degrees in my right eye and -1000 degrees in my left eye. I also have presbyopia and dry eye syndrome. An examination revealed cataracts in my right eye. I am concerned about the ...

After looking at the phone for a long time, I noticed a white light drifting across the corner of my eye? Hello, Doctor. I have over 700 degrees of myopia, some astigmatism, presbyopia, and also experience floaters, although there aren't many black spots. I usually don'...

Ocular degeneration I have been experiencing floaters in my eyes for some time, and I have high myopia with mild astigmatism, approximately 600-700 degrees. My eyes are often dry, so I cannot wear contact lenses for long periods; I only wear them when necessary, and most of the t...