Understanding Eye Strain: Causes and Remedies for Discomfort
After reading for a long time, my eyes feel very strained? Question 1: This issue has been ongoing for a long time. After reading for just over half an hour, my eyes feel very strained, and I even experience this when reading the newspaper. I underwent a dilated pupil examination...
Dr. Chen Xuan Reply:
Q 1. If you experience eye strain after looking at something up close for a period of time (such as reading a book or newspaper), it is important to rule out several common issues, such as: an incorrect prescription for your glasses, dry eyes (which can occur because the frequenc...[Read More] Understanding Eye Strain: Causes and Remedies for Discomfort
Understanding Retina Exams for High Myopia: What to Expect
Question Hello Doctor: I have high myopia and need to have regular retinal examinations. Since I have never had this examination before, I would like to know how it is performed. Thank you.
Dr. Zhang Yuhua Reply:
Dear netizens: High myopia often leads to retinal diseases, and in severe cases, it can even cause retinal detachment. Therefore, ophthalmologists frequently recommend that patients undergo a fundus examination every six months to a year. The examination process involves the appl...[Read More] Understanding Retina Exams for High Myopia: What to Expect
Understanding Eyelid Ptosis: Insurance Coverage and Treatment Options
Ptosis Is there insurance coverage for eyelid ptosis surgery when performing double eyelid surgery with Dr. Huang? Besides double eyelid surgery, what other methods can improve eyelid ptosis? Eyelid ptosis makes the eyes appear tired and smaller.
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Ptosis that covers the pupil may be eligible for health insurance coverage; aside from surgery, there are no other methods available.[Read More] Understanding Eyelid Ptosis: Insurance Coverage and Treatment Options
Understanding Corneal Issues: Red Veins and Treatment Options
Corneal issues Hello, I would like to ask you about the appearance of blood vessels on the cornea, which seems to cover almost one-third of the eyeball, making the eyes look red. It doesn't seem to affect vision much, but it is not aesthetically pleasing. My family members h...
Dr. Wang Yuwei Reply:
It seems you are referring to "pterygium," which is typically an abnormal growth of tissue that extends from the inner corner of the eye towards the center of the cornea, often taking on a triangular or wedge shape. The cause is excessive ultraviolet (UV) light exposure...[Read More] Understanding Corneal Issues: Red Veins and Treatment Options
Understanding Military Eye Exam Standards: Do You Need to Serve with 1000 Degrees?
Urgent inquiry? The standard for military exemption due to vision impairment varies, but generally, a refractive error of -6.00 diopters (or +6.00 diopters for hyperopia) is often considered the threshold for exemption. If your vision is exactly -1000 degrees (or -10.00 diopters)...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello! After pupil dilation, a refractive error measurement of "over" ten diopters falls under the category of alternative service, rather than exemption from service. There is no quick method to increase the true refractive error; we must adhere to the regulations set ...[Read More] Understanding Military Eye Exam Standards: Do You Need to Serve with 1000 Degrees?
Understanding Floaters: Symptoms, Risks, and Prevention of Retinal Tears
I'm sorry, but I need the content you would like me to translate? Hello doctor, I have something floating in my eye, is it floaters? I've heard many people say that floaters can cause retinal tears. May I ask... what are the symptoms of a retinal tear? Is the likelihood...
Dr. Chen Xuan Reply:
If there are only occasional small floating objects without any other symptoms (such as redness, eye pain, or blurred vision), then the likelihood of having floaters is quite high. Generally, floaters are mostly caused by vitreous degeneration and do not significantly affect visi...[Read More] Understanding Floaters: Symptoms, Risks, and Prevention of Retinal Tears
Understanding Floaters: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Is there a relationship? Hello, doctor! Sometimes I see small black spots floating in my vision. Could this be floaters? What are the symptoms of floaters? Will floaters affect my eyes? Is there any treatment or improvement available? How can I reduce the frequency of these spots...
Dr. Chen Xuan Reply:
A: If there are only occasional small floaters without any other symptoms (such as redness, eye pain, or blurred vision), then the likelihood of having floaters (myodesopsia) is quite high. Generally, floaters are mostly caused by vitreous degeneration and do not significantly af...[Read More] Understanding Floaters: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
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 Misaligned Pupils in Newborns: Impact on Vision
Abnormal pupillary alignment in newborns? The child is otherwise normal, but the eyes in the photos appear a bit unusual. A pediatric check-up confirmed that there is a misalignment of the pupils. I would like to know if this will affect vision or if it is just a common developme...
Dr. Zhang Yuhua Reply:
Dear Ms. Cheng, Newborns may exhibit misalignment of the eyes due to the incomplete development of their ocular muscle coordination. However, it is also possible that this could be a sign of strabismus or heterotropia. It is best to have an examination by a specialized ophthalmo...[Read More] Understanding Misaligned Pupils in Newborns: Impact on Vision
Understanding Visual Disturbances: Causes and Solutions for Eye Issues
Eye problems Hello, doctor. I have a question I hope you can take the time to answer. Thank you! I am a person with a disability and I have experienced this three times. I notice that there are small specks moving in my vision at times, while at other times they are not present. ...
Dr. Chen Xuan Reply:
Your description indicates that you occasionally see small moving specks in your line of sight. Are there any accompanying symptoms? If not, this is likely what is commonly referred to as "floaters." Typical floaters can appear in various shapes such as dots, lines, or ...[Read More] Understanding Visual Disturbances: Causes and Solutions for Eye Issues
Finding Hospitals in Taiwan Offering Transpupillary Thermotherapy
Pupillary light reflex therapy Hello, I am a patient with macular degeneration. Since I live in Taichung, it is a bit inconvenient for me to go to Cathay General Hospital. I would like to ask if you know of any other hospitals in Taiwan that have the technology and equipment for ...
Dr. Wang Ziyang Reply:
You can inquire at Taichung Veterans General Hospital or China Medical University Hospital.[Read More] Finding Hospitals in Taiwan Offering Transpupillary Thermotherapy
Understanding Eye Health: Key Questions on Eye Muscles, Myopia, and Congestion
Question Hello, Doctor. I have a few questions I would like to ask you: 1. What is the sphincter muscle in the eye? Please explain in detail. Thank you! 2. With a myopia of -4.75 diopters, if I do not undergo surgery and continue to wear glasses, can it heal? 3. Why do the ey...
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
1. The sphincter muscle is located at the edge of the pupil in the iris. When light is directed at the pupil, it causes the sphincter muscle to contract, resulting in pupil constriction. 2. Currently, a type of rigid contact lens is used to reduce myopia effectively; however, w...[Read More] Understanding Eye Health: Key Questions on Eye Muscles, Myopia, and Congestion
Understanding Vascular Proliferation from Contact Lens Use: Risks and Prevention
Vascular proliferation? Hello, Doctor! I recently read an article where a friend mentioned that he developed neovascularization around his contact lenses due to insufficient oxygen supply to his eyes. His ophthalmologist told him that the neovascularization was too severe, and he...
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Subject: Corneal Neovascularization. Explanation: Contact lenses can cause friction on the cornea and lead to corneal hypoxia, both of which can result in corneal neovascularization. If the neovascularization is severe enough to extend close to the pupil, contact lens wear should...[Read More] Understanding Vascular Proliferation from Contact Lens Use: Risks and Prevention
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