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
Managing Cataracts with High Myopia: Expert Advice for Eye Surgery
How to manage cataracts based on varying degrees of myopia? Dear Dr. Gao, I have over 700 degrees in my left eye and 1200 degrees in my right eye, both of which have cataracts. However, the cataract in my left eye is only in the early stage, while the right eye is more severe. B...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello TCC: 1. Yes, it is possible to not leave a prescription. This way, you won't need to wear glasses regularly, and you can just use reading glasses when you need to work. 2. Both eyes can be left without a prescription, and you can simply use reading glasses. For more...[Read More] Managing Cataracts with High Myopia: Expert Advice for Eye Surgery
Common Eyeglass Questions: Choosing the Right Prescription and Sunglasses
Questions about getting glasses? Hello, Doctor Gao. Thank you for taking the time to address my concerns despite your busy schedule. I have a few questions I would like to ask you. My glasses prescription is -3.50 and -4.00 diopters, which I obtained from a regular optical store....
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Mr. Lu: When experiencing eye fatigue, the results of an eye examination may show a higher degree of myopia. Therefore, if subsequent measurements indicate a lower degree, it is advisable to prescribe a lower prescription. The degree measured after dilation should be the ...[Read More] Common Eyeglass Questions: Choosing the Right Prescription and Sunglasses
Understanding Diplopia: Is Menopause Affecting Your Vision?
Diplopia issues in the past two years? Hello doctor, since my menopause, I have been experiencing eye fatigue, blurred vision, and particularly double vision, which makes reading difficult (I see double with both eyes, but not when using one eye). I have consulted several doctors...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Wang: Sometimes this phenomenon is caused by presbyopia. I'm not sure if you have switched to a different pair of reading glasses while reading. When focusing on near objects, both eyes need to converge. Prolonged convergence can lead to fatigue, resulting in an in...[Read More] Understanding Diplopia: Is Menopause Affecting Your Vision?
Understanding Eye Exams: Retina Checks, Glasses, and Cataract Concerns
Fundus examination and prescription issues? Hello, Doctor. Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions. I have a few inquiries regarding my recent retinal examination... 1. When using an ophthalmoscope to examine the eyes, does the ophthalmoscope always need to make co...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Aimee: 1. There are different methods for fundus examination, some that do not contact the eyeball and others that do. The range of examination varies; for peripheral examination, a method that contacts the eyeball is used. 2. Presbyopia is a term that does not necessari...[Read More] Understanding Eye Exams: Retina Checks, Glasses, and Cataract Concerns
Understanding Cataract Surgery: Common Concerns and Artificial Lens Choices
Could you please provide more specific questions regarding cataract surgery and intraocular lenses? Dear Doctor, A few days ago, my father underwent cataract surgery. He had been delaying the surgery for nearly ten years and decided to opt for a better quality intraocular lens (...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello Mr. Bruce: Essentially, cataract surgery cannot be described as a "very quick and simple" procedure. The actual surgical process may take around ten to twenty minutes, but there are many preparatory steps involved, making the entire process take about 40 minutes t...[Read More] Understanding Cataract Surgery: Common Concerns and Artificial Lens Choices
Understanding Slow Focus in One Eye: Causes and Concerns
Slow focus of the eyes? Hello Doctor: 1. I do not have presbyopia (I had my vision checked at an optical store last week). Recently, while reading and alternating covering my eyes, I suddenly noticed that my left eye focuses more slowly than my right eye. When reading with my l...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Lin: It is important to check for any differences in refractive error between your two eyes. It is quite normal to have a disparity in prescription. When your right eye is clear, your left eye may not be, and when you cover your right eye, your left eye will need to a...[Read More] Understanding Slow Focus in One Eye: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Recurring Iritis: Symptoms, Concerns, and Eye Health
Recurrent iritis Hello, Doctor Gao. I was diagnosed with iritis last November, and I received treatment in Taiwan, which had a good effect on my eyes (though it really took two months to return to my original vision). By the end of January, just before the Lunar New Year, I stopp...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ms. Chen: 1. After stopping the eye drops, I keep seeing flashes around my eyes that last less than a second, but my vision is okay. Initially, I experienced flashes, and two days later, my eyes became red and had a film over them, which made me worry that the issue might...[Read More] Understanding Recurring Iritis: Symptoms, Concerns, and Eye Health
Can Myopia and Astigmatism Be Interchanged? Understanding Eye Prescription Basics
The exchange of myopia degree and astigmatism degree? Is there a formula or method to convert myopia and astigmatism measurements? Recently, I accompanied my father to get glasses, and since he has myopia and some presbyopia, the optician suggested using an average value for the ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Wei Yi: The prescription will present three parts: S (spherical power), C (cylindrical power), and S.E. (spherical equivalent). The spherical equivalent is a comprehensive representation of the eye's refractive power, defined as the spherical power plus half of the cyl...[Read More] Can Myopia and Astigmatism Be Interchanged? Understanding Eye Prescription Basics
Understanding Blurry Vision: Possible Causes and Solutions
Blurred vision? Hello doctor, my mother is in her forties and due to her work, she can only sleep about 3-4 hours a day. Initially, she noticed some blurriness in her vision, but later she mentioned that it has become increasingly foggy and appears somewhat yellowish. Sometimes, ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Dear Concerned Child of a Student, Based on your description, your mother may be experiencing presbyopia, compounded by insufficient sleep and eye strain. Wearing reading glasses could potentially improve her condition. With a vision of 1.2, there shouldn't be any significa...[Read More] Understanding Blurry Vision: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Blurry Vision: Possible Causes and Solutions
Blurred vision? Hello doctor, my mother is in her forties and due to work, she can only sleep about 3-4 hours a day. Initially, she noticed some blurriness in her vision, but later she said it has become increasingly foggy and appears somewhat yellowish. Sometimes the text looks ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Dear Concerned Child of a Student, Based on your description, your mother may be experiencing presbyopia, along with insufficient sleep, which could be causing her eyes to become excessively fatigued. Wearing reading glasses may help improve her condition. The Ophthalmology De...[Read More] Understanding Blurry Vision: Possible Causes and Solutions
Understanding Post-Cataract Surgery Vision: Managing Degrees for Students
Issues Related to Post-Cataract Surgery Refraction Hello, Doctor. I am currently 20 years old and have undergone scleral buckle surgery and vitrectomy due to retinal detachment in my right eye, which has resulted in cataracts. I plan to use a monofocal aspheric intraocular lens. ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Chuang: Your left eye is fine, so if your right eye retains -2.50 diopters of myopia, you can see clearly at a distance with your glasses on, but near vision is unclear because you have a single-focus aspheric lens, which needs to be removed for clarity. However, you ca...[Read More] Understanding Post-Cataract Surgery Vision: Managing Degrees for Students
Understanding Eye Discomfort: Is It Nearsightedness or Aging?
My eyes don't feel quite right? Hello, Doctor. I have mild myopia, floaters, and vitreous detachment. At the end of April, I noticed discomfort when looking at nearby objects; I can hardly focus for long periods, and there is a sensation of swelling. The ophthalmologist said...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. U: Based on your symptoms, it seems to resemble presbyopia. Presbyopia is a condition where the eye's ability to focus on close objects decreases, requiring more effort to see them clearly. It is not exclusively associated with aging. If this condition does not imp...[Read More] Understanding Eye Discomfort: Is It Nearsightedness or Aging?
Understanding Cataract Surgery: When Only One Eye is Treated
Cataract surgery performed on only one eye? Hello, doctor: I am 24, almost 25. When I was 19, I went to an ophthalmology center for an examination and was diagnosed with cataracts, which were located right in the center of my eye. At that time, I did not take any special measures...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, I apologize, but it would be best to discuss your question with your attending physician. 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] Understanding Cataract Surgery: When Only One Eye is Treated
Post-Retinal Detachment Surgery: Addressing Vision Distortion and Clarity Issues
Postoperative issues after retinal detachment surgery? Hello Doctor, two months ago I underwent a vitrectomy and silicone oil injection due to retinal detachment, and the silicone oil has not been removed yet. Currently, I have two issues with my eye: 1. Objects appear distorte...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
1. The retina requires some time to adhere and regain full function after surgery. If there is no improvement after one or two months, please consult your attending physician. 2. This is a presbyopia phenomenon, which may have been accelerated by the surgery.[Read More] Post-Retinal Detachment Surgery: Addressing Vision Distortion and Clarity Issues
Post-Cataract Surgery: How to Adjust Prescription for Near Vision?
Post-operative issues with near vision prescription after monocular cataract surgery? Hello Doctor: Previously, I had cataract issues in my left eye, while my right eye was normal, so I underwent cataract surgery on my left eye with a monofocal intraocular lens set for -5.00 diop...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Gao: If both of your eyes are currently -500 diopters of myopia, and since artificial intraocular lenses cannot adjust their focal length on their own, it is recommended that you get a pair of glasses with -250 diopters for both eyes to see nearby objects. Wearing the...[Read More] Post-Cataract Surgery: How to Adjust Prescription for Near Vision?
Is Nighttime Glare Linked to Presbyopia? Expert Insights
Is the worsening of nighttime glare related to presbyopia? Dear Dr. Gao, I started experiencing symptoms of presbyopia one to two months ago, and subsequently, my nighttime glare has gradually worsened. I visited an ophthalmologist who only prescribed eye drops and did not menti...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Chen: The condition of glare is more closely related to the cornea and is less associated with presbyopia. It is advisable to have an examination at a hospital with a cornea specialty. In Taiwan, the Department of Ophthalmology at Puzi Hospital is open on Monday, Tuesday, Thursda...[Read More] Is Nighttime Glare Linked to Presbyopia? Expert Insights
Is It Dry Eye Syndrome? Understanding Symptoms and Possible Causes
Could you please clarify if this is related to dry eye syndrome? Hello, I hope you can take some time to answer, as this has been a persistent issue causing me a lot of distress... Thank you. In the past month or two, I have noticed numerous small blood vessels in my eyes that wo...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Your symptoms sound a bit like eye strain, which can be described in layman's terms as presbyopia. However, considering your age, it doesn't seem like the typical onset age. Usually, if someone is a heavy user of digital devices, it is indeed possible for this condition...[Read More] Is It Dry Eye Syndrome? Understanding Symptoms and Possible Causes
Can Corneal Scarring Affect Vision Recovery After Eye Injury?
Can vision recover after a corneal injury? Hello Dr. Tsai, I am 49 years old and have presbyopia. About 3 to 4 years ago, my left eye was accidentally scratched by a caregiver's fingernail, causing severe pain. After visiting an ophthalmology clinic, the doctor informed me ...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, unless the corneal injury is very deep, it may not necessarily result in scarring. 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] Can Corneal Scarring Affect Vision Recovery After Eye Injury?
Choosing the Right Intraocular Lens for Cataract Surgery: A Guide
Cataract lens Doctor, I am considering undergoing cataract surgery for one eye. The doctor explained the characteristics of various intraocular lenses but did not recommend any specific type, leaving the decision to us. I would like to ask about my situation: my pupil size is app...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, I apologize, but it would be best to discuss your question with the surgeon. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Cai Wenyuan, Director of the Ophthalmology Department, Taoyuan Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Choosing the Right Intraocular Lens for Cataract Surgery: A Guide