Does Wearing Contact Lenses Increase Myopia? Understanding Eye Health Concerns
Will wearing contact lenses increase my myopia? Since middle school until after having my second child, my myopia has remained stable (right eye -1.50, left eye -1.25). I have a habit of not wearing glasses unless necessary because wearing frames causes headaches. My vision has g...
Dr. Chen Anping Reply:
1. You are not a suitable candidate for laser surgery for myopia (your prescription is too mild). 2. Prolonged exposure to computers may increase the degree of myopia. Caring for two babies requires significant effort and can affect nighttime sleep, while daytime work may acceler...[Read More] Does Wearing Contact Lenses Increase Myopia? Understanding Eye Health Concerns
Does Wearing Glasses Over Prescription Increase Farsightedness?
Doctor I have been wearing glasses that are 100 degrees stronger than my original prescription (currently 950 degrees, wearing 1050 degrees). People say this will cause me to become farsighted. Is that true? Does this mean I can still read up close without any issues? I am used t...
Dr. Chen Xuan Reply:
Myopia of 950 degrees refers to the condition where, when viewing objects at a distance greater than five meters (essentially at infinity), a -9.5 diopter concave lens is required to focus the image clearly on the retina. When looking at objects within five meters, the ciliary mu...[Read More] Does Wearing Glasses Over Prescription Increase Farsightedness?
Understanding Pseudomyopia: Effects of Atropine and Eyewear Concerns
May I ask the doctor? What is pseudomyopia, and why is a certain type of mydriatic agent used during eye examinations? This agent can reduce the measured refractive error by a few diopters. I've heard that it can be washed away with water; is that true? If not, what can be u...
Dr. Wu Shengping Reply:
The lens of our eyes can experience spasms when we focus on objects or read. During this time, the suspensory ligaments relax. This increases the curvature of the lens, leading to myopia, commonly referred to as pseudomyopia. In the past, I conducted experiments with elementary s...[Read More] Understanding Pseudomyopia: Effects of Atropine and Eyewear Concerns
Understanding Pseudomyopia: Causes, Treatment, and Eye Drops Side Effects
I'm sorry, but I need specific content to translate Hello, doctor. I previously asked you about my eye condition. The symptoms are that my vision is a bit blurry when looking at things, but it only happens sometimes. Is it possible that I have pseudomyopia? I went to see an ...
Dr. Chen Xuan Reply:
Losemin is a short-acting cycloplegic agent that also has the effect of dilating the pupils. Clinically, in addition to its use in dilating the pupils for fundus examinations, ophthalmologists often use it for the prevention of myopia and the treatment of pseudomyopia. When using...[Read More] Understanding Pseudomyopia: Causes, Treatment, and Eye Drops Side Effects
Understanding Pseudomyopia: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention
I'm sorry, but I need specific Hello, Doctor. For the past few days, I've noticed that my vision has been somewhat blurry, but it only happens occasionally. Is it possible that I have pseudomyopia? If so, are there any methods to treat or alleviate it? I've heard t...
Dr. Chen Xuan Reply:
Hello, A-Wan: There are many reasons for occasional blurred vision, and one of them is pseudomyopia. This typically occurs after prolonged near work, leading to temporary blurred vision, which usually returns to normal after a period of rest. However, other conditions such as dry...[Read More] Understanding Pseudomyopia: Causes, Treatments, and Prevention
Managing Myopia: Can You Stop Progression After 30?
Myopia 1. Is it true that after the age of 30, the prescription will no longer increase? 2. Are there any methods to prevent the prescription from increasing? 3. I currently have a prescription of about -9.00 diopters. What can I do to reduce my prescription? Should I focus o...
Dr. Wang Ziyang Reply:
1. Myopia may continue to increase after the age of 30, especially in cases of excessive computer use, which is very common. 2. Reducing screen time or using cycloplegic eye drops can help prevent excessive contraction of the ciliary muscle, which can lead to axial elongation. 3....[Read More] Managing Myopia: Can You Stop Progression After 30?
Understanding Orthokeratology: Can It Control My Child's Myopia?
What is orthokeratology? Hello Dr. Huang, My daughter is in the first grade this year and has been diagnosed with myopia of 125 degrees (according to the results from several ophthalmological examinations). Is this condition considered false myopia? Additionally, she has congeni...
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
GENIUS: Explanation: 1. To determine if there is pseudomyopia, use a cycloplegic agent; if the myopic refractive error disappears, it is pseudomyopia. 2. Congenital cataracts can affect vision. 3. Corneal reshaping therapy is not recommended.[Read More] Understanding Orthokeratology: Can It Control My Child's Myopia?
How to Correct Pseudomyopia: Effective Solutions and Tips
How to correct pseudomyopia? How to correct pseudomyopia?
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Explanation: Mydriatic agents (or cycloplegic agents) can be used for eye drop treatment.[Read More] How to Correct Pseudomyopia: Effective Solutions and Tips
Understanding Pseudomyopia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
What is pseudomyopia? What is pseudomyopia?
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Explanation: There is a small muscle inside the eye that controls the lens, thereby changing the focal distance of the eye. When this muscle is in a state of tension and contraction, the resulting excess nearsightedness is referred to as pseudomyopia. To determine the presence of...[Read More] Understanding Pseudomyopia: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment
Understanding the Difference Between Pseudomyopia and True Myopia
Pseudomyopia Hello, doctor. I previously went to a nearby clinic for a vision problem. The doctor examined me for a long time and said that my vision could still be corrected after using dilating drops for a while. Recently, I visited another hospital, and the doctor examined me ...
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Subject: Explanation of Pseudomyopia: Within the eye, there is a very fine muscle called the ciliary muscle, which alters the curvature of the lens through its contraction and relaxation. This change in focal length allows us to see both near and far, similar to how a camera&#x...[Read More] Understanding the Difference Between Pseudomyopia and True Myopia
Understanding Pseudomyopia in Children: Conflicting Diagnoses and Treatment Options
Pseudomyopia Hello Dr. Huang, my child is in the second grade. During a vision screening at school, the results showed 1.0 in the left eye and 0.9 in the right eye. We took him to an ophthalmology hospital for a re-examination, and the doctor diagnosed him with pseudomyopia, reco...
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Subject: Pseudomyopia. Explanation: You do not need to use eye drops, but you should engage in outdoor activities regularly for at least two hours each day. Consistency can save you a significant amount on glasses expenses.[Read More] Understanding Pseudomyopia in Children: Conflicting Diagnoses and Treatment Options