Understanding Rainbow Halo Vision After Waking Up: Causes and Solutions
Seeing rainbow halos upon waking up? Recently, my eyes have been a bit dry, and I've been yawning, blinking, and tearing up. One day, I felt that my tears didn't spread properly, and after squeezing out some tears, I kept blinking until I felt pain. Since that day, when...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Your symptoms include seeing rainbow halos upon waking and experiencing dryness and pain in your eyes. This may involve several ocular issues. Here are some possible causes: 1. Dry Eye Syndrome: Dryness can lead to an irregular corneal surface, causing light to scatter a...[Read More] Understanding Rainbow Halo Vision After Waking Up: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Eye Issues: From Floaters to Glaucoma Concerns
Eye problems Hello Doctor, I am patient 207864. I have a few questions regarding your previous response, particularly about the issue of rainbow halos. I mentioned my experience with floaters a few years ago, and at that time, my eye pressure was normal. Last year, I had an eye e...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Based on the symptoms and experiences you described, here are my recommendations: 1. Rainbow halos and intraocular pressure issues: Rainbow halos may be related to glaucoma, but your previous eye pressure checks were normal. If you have recently noticed rainbow halos acc...[Read More] Understanding Eye Issues: From Floaters to Glaucoma Concerns
Understanding Eye Swelling: Causes and Solutions for Discomfort
Eye swelling Hello doctor, since last night, I've been experiencing dizziness and nausea for some unknown reason. However, when I tested with a line chart, there were no defects or distortions. After sleeping last night, I felt a bit better, but tonight it started again. I&#...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: The symptoms you described may be related to various factors, including your high myopia, intermittent strabismus, and possibly insufficient sleep. Here are some potential causes and recommendations: 1. Eye Strain: You mentioned that you engage in the same activities dai...[Read More] Understanding Eye Swelling: Causes and Solutions for Discomfort
Understanding Astigmatism and Halo Effects in Night Vision
Astigmatism and aperture? Hello Doctor: In the past few months, I have been seeing halos and glare around streetlights at night, and even during the day, I notice this effect when looking at bright lights indoors. There are also rainbow-colored rings around lights. I have seen a ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: If you experience halos and glare when looking at streetlights at night or bright lights indoors during the day, along with nearby rainbow halos, this may be due to irregularities in the cornea or the surface of the eye. This phenomenon is typically associated with several...[Read More] Understanding Astigmatism and Halo Effects in Night Vision
Understanding Vision Disturbances: White Haze and Rainbow Effects
Seeing things with a layer of white haze and rainbow colors? Hello doctor, recently I have been experiencing a sensation of having a white veil over my vision, especially after 4 PM. This effect becomes more pronounced under bright lights. When I look at stronger light sources, s...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: You mentioned that you experience these symptoms after 4 PM, which may be due to the normal fluctuations of intraocular pressure throughout the day. Intraocular pressure is typically lowest in the morning and highest in the evening. If you have glaucoma, these fluctuations...[Read More] Understanding Vision Disturbances: White Haze and Rainbow Effects
Understanding Rainbow Halos and Glaucoma: Eye Exam Insights
Fundus examination for glaucoma? Hello, Doctor. I would like to ask: 1. Tonight, while looking at streetlights or other lights, I noticed a rainbow halo around them. I was initially worried it might be glaucoma, but then I realized that adjusting my glasses eliminated the effec...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. The phenomenon of rainbow halos you described may be due to the improper positioning of your glasses, causing light to scatter when it enters your eyes. If the symptoms disappear after adjusting the position of your glasses, this typically indicates that it is not rel...[Read More] Understanding Rainbow Halos and Glaucoma: Eye Exam Insights
Seeing Colorful Halos at Night: Understanding Eye Symptoms and Causes
I have been seeing colorful halos recently? Hello, Dr. Gao: I have myopia of 400-500 degrees, high astigmatism, dry eye syndrome, floaters, and eye fatigue. Recently, when looking at lights at night, I keep seeing colorful halos. After visiting a clinic, the doctor said that my r...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Based on the situation you described, you mentioned seeing colored halos at night that persist even after cleaning your glasses, and that there has been a history of optic nerve damage. This condition may be related to multiple factors. Firstly, the protrusion of your eyes...[Read More] Seeing Colorful Halos at Night: Understanding Eye Symptoms and Causes
Understanding Eye Drop Expiration and Prescription Management
Expiration date of eye drops and medication dispensing issues? Hello, Director Gao. Due to my high myopia, I have been regularly visiting the glaucoma department at a designated hospital for follow-ups. After undergoing surgery on my left eye at the end of October, I was prescrib...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. It can be used until December 28. 2. Please return for a follow-up appointment as directed by the physician. 3. Four weeks is 28 days, so a new prescription can be issued on December 18.[Read More] Understanding Eye Drop Expiration and Prescription Management
Seeing Rainbow Halos: Is It a Sign of Glaucoma?
Rainbow halos around the eyes? Hello, Doctor Gao: I have elevated intraocular pressure (21, 22) and have optic nerve cupping (previous visual field tests were normal), so I have been worried about the possibility of glaucoma. At night, I tend to stare at lights because I read onl...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Rainbow halos may be one of the symptoms of certain eye conditions, including glaucoma. However, the symptoms of glaucoma typically include more than just seeing rainbow halos. Glaucoma is often accompanied by elevated intraocular pressure, blurred vision, eye pain, rednes...[Read More] Seeing Rainbow Halos: Is It a Sign of Glaucoma?
Understanding Eye Shadows: Common Concerns and Visual Fatigue
Eye floaters? I recently had a follow-up appointment and underwent a dilated eye exam, which showed no issues in the eight directions they checked. However, I'm not sure if it's related to the eye drops for fatigue, but when I get up, I often see faint shadows on the wh...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Faint shadows and changes in color perception: The faint shadows and changes in color perception you experience when looking at white walls or ceilings upon waking may be related to tiny floaters (such as spots) in the vitreous humor. These floaters are usually normal...[Read More] Understanding Eye Shadows: Common Concerns and Visual Fatigue
Understanding Rainbow Halos: Eye Symptoms and When to Change Your Glasses
Rainbow halos around the eyes? Last week, I went for an eye examination due to pain and twitching in my eye. At that time, it was noted that my intraocular pressure and OCT results were normal. However, my left eye's prescription has changed to over 700, while my current len...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Eye pain and fatigue may be caused by factors such as eye strain, overexertion, or incorrect prescription. An incorrect prescription can lead to blurred vision and discomfort. If you are experiencing blurred vision and frequently need to adjust your glasses, it may be time...[Read More] Understanding Rainbow Halos: Eye Symptoms and When to Change Your Glasses
Understanding Rainbow Halos: Are They Signs of Glaucoma?
Rainbow halo I have noticed rainbow halos around the LED lights on the rooftop and the fluorescent lights in the dormitory over the past few days. However, the halo on the rooftop seems more pronounced, possibly due to the stronger light, while the one in the dormitory is just a ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, seeing rainbow halos may be related to light refraction in the eye and is generally not directly associated with glaucoma. Having intraocular pressure within the normal range is a good indicator, suggesting that your eye pressure is normal and th...[Read More] Understanding Rainbow Halos: Are They Signs of Glaucoma?
Understanding Rainbow Halos Around Lights: Causes and Concerns
Appearance of rainbow halos around the eyes? Hello Doctor: I have myopia of -7.00 in my left eye and over -9.00, close to -10.00 in my right eye. Recently, I suddenly noticed that when wearing glasses, there is a rainbow halo appearing at the upper edge of the right lens when loo...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Observe the symptoms, and if they persist, seek medical evaluation.[Read More] Understanding Rainbow Halos Around Lights: Causes and Concerns
Should I Seek a Second Opinion for Ocular Symptoms After Allergy Diagnosis?
I'm sorry, but I need more context or content to provide I visited the doctor yesterday and underwent a slit lamp examination. The doctor said there were no issues with glaucoma or iritis, and my eye pressure was between 12 and 14. They only observed some mild allergic infla...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: As mentioned last time, rainbow vision is just a phenomenon and does not necessarily indicate a pathological condition. After the examination, everything appears normal, so you can rest assured and just observe for now.[Read More] Should I Seek a Second Opinion for Ocular Symptoms After Allergy Diagnosis?
Seeing Rainbow Halos Around Lights: Should You Be Concerned?
Seeing a halo of rainbow colors around the light? I recently noticed that when I look at lights at night, there is a rainbow halo around them. At home, the lights only have a halo, but when I look at streetlights outside, there is a complete rainbow circle. I'm worried that ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Sometimes it is caused by corneal edema or discharge. Of course, elevated intraocular pressure can also lead to this phenomenon. It would be a good idea to schedule an examination.[Read More] Seeing Rainbow Halos Around Lights: Should You Be Concerned?
Understanding Rainbow Halos: Eye Health Concerns for High Myopia Patients
Regarding rainbow halos? Hello Doctor, I am highly myopic with a prescription of 800-900 degrees and also have astigmatism. I underwent a high myopia examination in May-June of this year. Aside from floaters, my intraocular pressure was measured at 19-20 mmHg. Recently, I have de...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello: Regarding the rainbow halos you observed, I suspect they are caused by the dispersion of light through your eyeglasses, and they are definitely not related to corneal edema caused by acute glaucoma. Based on your prescription, it is unlikely that you would experience acute...[Read More] Understanding Rainbow Halos: Eye Health Concerns for High Myopia Patients
Understanding Rainbow Halos: Eye Health Concerns for High Myopia Patients
Regarding rainbow halos? Hello Doctor, I am severely myopic with a prescription of 800-900 degrees and also have astigmatism. I underwent an examination for high myopia in May-June this year, and aside from floaters, my intraocular pressure was measured at 19-20 mmHg. Recently, I...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello: Regarding the rainbow halos you observed, I suspect they are caused by the dispersion of light through your glasses, and they are definitely not related to corneal edema caused by acute glaucoma. Based on your prescription, it is unlikely that you would experience acute an...[Read More] Understanding Rainbow Halos: Eye Health Concerns for High Myopia Patients
Understanding Rainbow Halos: Eye Symptoms and Potential Concerns
Seeing halos around lights? Hello Doctor, I have some questions I would like to ask you. Last night while I was lying in bed, my left eye suddenly became blurry, and when I looked directly at the light, I saw a rainbow halo around it. A few minutes later, the same symptoms appear...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello: Acute glaucoma typically does not occur in young individuals unless there are congenital abnormalities present. It is recommended that you continue to monitor the situation, and if symptoms reappear, consider visiting an ophthalmologist for an examination. Director He Jian...[Read More] Understanding Rainbow Halos: Eye Symptoms and Potential Concerns
Seeing Rainbow Halos: Is It a Sign of Glaucoma or Normal?
Seeing a rainbow halo? Doctor, I apologize for bothering you. A few days ago, I noticed a faint rainbow halo when looking at one of the light bulbs in my home. However, the other two light bulbs, which are also in my house, do not exhibit this phenomenon and only have a white hal...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Your condition may also be caused by dirty glasses or tears. Of course, acute glaucoma could also lead to such a situation, but given your age, this possibility is quite low unless you have a congenital abnormality. This is provided for your reference. Dr. Ho Chien-Hsien, Ophthal...[Read More] Seeing Rainbow Halos: Is It a Sign of Glaucoma or Normal?
Understanding Rainbow Vision: Is It a Sign of Glaucoma?
Rainbow vision issues Hello, doctor. I noticed over two years ago that I see rainbow halos around streetlights, but after checking my eye pressure and visual field, everything was normal. Recently, I've started to worry again, as I've found that I also see halos indoors...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Sana: Halo vision is a symptom of high intraocular pressure, but there are many other potential causes for halo vision that are not necessarily related to high eye pressure. If the intraocular pressure is very high, it can lead to blurred vision, eye discomfort, headaches, ...[Read More] Understanding Rainbow Vision: Is It a Sign of Glaucoma?