Post-Cataract Surgery Myopia Increase: Causes and Solutions
After cataract surgery, the myopia increased to 175 degrees? Hello Doctor, I have undergone cataract surgery on both eyes sequentially, with the implantation of a monofocal aspheric intraocular lens (Bausch + Lomb enVista). About a month after the surgery on my right eye (with a ...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, I apologize, but your issue may require a physical examination to determine. Wishing you safety and health. Sincerely, Dr. Tsai Wen-Yuan, Director of the Department of Ophthalmology, Taoyuan General Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare.[Read More] Post-Cataract Surgery Myopia Increase: Causes and Solutions
Post-Operative Questions on Multifocal Intraocular Lens Performance
Questions after surgery with a full-range intraocular lens? Hello Doctor: Over a month ago, I underwent cataract surgery with the implantation of a full-range intraocular lens. Prior to the surgery, I was examined and found to have no other ocular diseases. The lens was chosen fo...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Mr. Chuan: The full-range intraocular lens allows for both distance and near vision, but it does not guarantee clarity at every distance. For example, vision may be blurry at three meters, which could indicate some residual myopia. A refraction test can confirm this. The p...[Read More] Post-Operative Questions on Multifocal Intraocular Lens Performance
Understanding Vision Test Results: Myopia Management and Eye Care Tips
Vision examination issues Hello, I recently went to an ophthalmologist for a vision test. I have glasses with a prescription of -750 in one eye and -725 in the other, which allows me to achieve a visual acuity of about 1.0. However, when measured with a machine, it was 1100. Abou...
Dr. Chen Anping Reply:
Dear Mr. QQ: Regarding the questions you raised: 1. It is necessary to apply dilating drops at the clinic before performing the refraction test, as this will yield more reliable data. 2. Engage in outdoor activities that are beneficial for your eyes, such as looking at distant mo...[Read More] Understanding Vision Test Results: Myopia Management and Eye Care Tips
Understanding Vision Tests: Myopia, Astigmatism, and Blurry Results
Optometry issues? Hello, Dr. Tsai. I have both myopia and astigmatism. Recently, I went to the hospital for an eye exam, which included a test with a device that has a small house image. In the past, during this test, the small house would gradually become clearer and then stabil...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
Hello, the phenomenon of a blurry small house that you described does not affect the refraction test and is likely unrelated to double vision. As for whether you need to get new glasses, it is difficult to determine without relevant data. If there is no improvement, it may be adv...[Read More] Understanding Vision Tests: Myopia, Astigmatism, and Blurry Results
Should You Fully Correct Astigmatism? Expert Insights on Eyewear Choices
Does astigmatism require corrective lenses? Hello, doctor. Previously, you suggested going to an ophthalmologist for a refraction test with a ciliary muscle relaxant to determine if my astigmatism correction is adequate. Does this mean that the need for correction varies from per...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, for children, it is generally recommended to prescribe full correction. For adults, after an eye examination, subjective refraction may require further fine-tuning (including both sphere and cylinder adjustments), rather than simply categorizing as full correction or not.[Read More] Should You Fully Correct Astigmatism? Expert Insights on Eyewear Choices
Understanding Vision Issues: Do You Need a New Prescription for Computer Use?
Degree issue Hello, since I work in front of a computer all the time, my glasses prescription is not fully corrected. During a recent health check, my vision with glasses was measured at around 0.6. Is this normal? (I know my prescription is not sufficient, but I'm unsure ab...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, if you don't have the proper prescription, it's possible to have a vision of 0.6. If you want to confirm your prescription, it's best to visit an ophthalmologist for an eye examination.[Read More] Understanding Vision Issues: Do You Need a New Prescription for Computer Use?
Understanding Optic Nerve Cupping and Light Sensitivity: Solutions and Concerns
Optic disc cupping is excessive? Hello Doctor, I have several questions I would like to ask: 1. I have been diagnosed with an enlarged optic nerve head and the affected eye is more sensitive to light. Is there a significant relationship between these two conditions? Since one e...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello, 1. The enlargement of the optic disc cupping may be physiological or pathological; if it is pathological, one side may be photophobic while the other side is not. Examination is necessary to differentiate between the two. 2. Methacholine sulfate eye drops are used to r...[Read More] Understanding Optic Nerve Cupping and Light Sensitivity: Solutions and Concerns
Understanding Pseudomyopia in Children: A Guide for Parents
Pseudomyopia Hello, doctor! My child is 6 years old and in the first grade. We visited the clinic for a vision check, and the results showed unaided vision of 1.0 in the left eye, 1.0 in the right eye, and 1.2 in both eyes. However, the machine's refraction values indicated ...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
It is quite common for children to exhibit several diopters of pseudomyopia during refraction without the use of cycloplegic agents. It is recommended that your child undergoes a refraction test at an ophthalmologist after having received Atropine. If the myopic measurements have...[Read More] Understanding Pseudomyopia in Children: A Guide for Parents
Understanding Prescription Differences in Contact Lenses for Better Vision
Contact lens prescription - Hello, Dr. Gao: I apologize for bothering you again. Regarding the newly prescribed contact lenses, it wasn't intentional to have one eye for distance and the other for near vision. The eye that can't see clearly has difficulty seeing both fa...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello LILI: To determine if there is a difference in your vision, you need to undergo a refraction test to measure your corrected visual acuity. The difference in corrected visual acuity indicates the disparity in your vision. It is recommended that you visit an ophthalmologist t...[Read More] Understanding Prescription Differences in Contact Lenses for Better Vision
Understanding Vision Decline: Causes and Specialist Guidance
Vision deterioration issues Hello Dr. Wang, I am a patient with approximately -1200 diopters of myopia. Recently, I have experienced a decline in vision, accompanied by feelings of blurriness and darkness. Cataracts have been ruled out, and the doctors at the clinic who performe...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello: Based on my personal clinical experience regarding the situation described in your question, many cases of premature presbyopia and visual deterioration symptoms are caused by improper eye usage. I recommend that you allow your eyes to rest appropriately and see if there i...[Read More] Understanding Vision Decline: Causes and Specialist Guidance
Does Dry Eye Syndrome Affect Astigmatism Severity?
Symptoms of dry eye syndrome? Doctor, does dry eye syndrome affect astigmatism? Is the astigmatism caused by dry eyes the same as that caused by eyelid pressure? Can it lead to high astigmatism? Thank you.
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Hui: Dry eye syndrome, if it does not cause damage to the cornea, will not affect astigmatism. This is different from astigmatism caused by eyelid pressure. It may be that insufficient tear production is affecting the refraction test. Puzih Hospital Ophthalmology: Monday t...[Read More] Does Dry Eye Syndrome Affect Astigmatism Severity?
Understanding Light Sensitivity and Night Vision Issues in Myopia
Photophobia and nocturnal diplopia? Hello, Doctor. I have high myopia (L: -9.25, R: -9.0, latest refraction) but I usually wear glasses with a prescription of L: -7.5, R: -7.25 (from four years ago when I was 22). My left eye has 25 degrees of astigmatism and I experience floater...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
It is recommended that you visit an ophthalmology specialist for an examination and consultation, as this may help identify the underlying cause more easily.[Read More] Understanding Light Sensitivity and Night Vision Issues in Myopia
Understanding Presbyopia: Do You Need New Glasses for Your Vision?
Reading glasses Hello, I have been wearing glasses for my myopia with a prescription of -5.75 for many years. Recently, after a refraction test, I found out that I have presbyopia with a prescription of +1.75. Should I get new glasses, and what prescription should I use? (1) +4...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Using a single prescription to address distance, intermediate, and near vision is merely a compromise. The correct approach is to have one pair of glasses for distance and another for near vision, or to use multifocal lenses.[Read More] Understanding Presbyopia: Do You Need New Glasses for Your Vision?
Is Wearing Incorrect Prescription Glasses Harmful to Your Eyes?
Prescription for glasses Is wearing incorrect prescription glasses more harmful to the eyes? I currently have a myopia of 700 degrees. My original glasses broke, and the glasses I am wearing now are 200 degrees. Since I can see relatively clearly, I haven't gotten new glasse...
Dr. Wang Zhishun Reply:
Hello: The symptoms mentioned are indicative of floaters. It is recommended to promptly visit an ophthalmologist for a retinal examination and also to have an eye refraction test to determine your prescription. (Floaters are a phenomenon related to the vitreous body in the eye an...[Read More] Is Wearing Incorrect Prescription Glasses Harmful to Your Eyes?
Understanding Changes in Vision After Pupil Dilation: A Patient's Inquiry
Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about issues related to dilated eye examinations? Hello Doctor: Yesterday, I went to the Fengyuan Hospital of the Executive Yuan's Department of Health to confirm my myopia prescription. Before dilation, my right eye measured -10.00 diopter...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Cycloplegic agents do indeed reduce myopia, and it is rare for someone to experience an increase in myopia after instillation, especially to such a significant degree. I can think of a few possible reasons: 1. Corneal edema, which may be caused by the eye drops, could lead...[Read More] Understanding Changes in Vision After Pupil Dilation: A Patient's Inquiry
Understanding Blurry Vision: Causes and Solutions for Eye Discomfort
Blurred vision Hello Doctor, I am a 29-year-old male with no significant medical history or family history of diseases. I have myopia in both eyes, approximately -700 diopters, and I wear regular glasses. Two years ago, I had a retinal tear and underwent laser surgery at a genera...
Dr. Guo Jinliang Reply:
It is recommended that you return to the hospital for a re-examination of your retina, especially since you mentioned in your letter that you have high myopia and a history of retinal tears. Additionally, whether it is a refractive issue needs to be assessed through a refraction ...[Read More] Understanding Blurry Vision: Causes and Solutions for Eye Discomfort
Understanding Amblyopia Treatment for Children: Key Insights and Tips
Treatment for Amblyopia in Children Hello, my daughter is three and a half years old and underwent a vision test. After being dilated, it was found that she has over 200 degrees of astigmatism and over 400 degrees of hyperopia in both eyes, requiring corrective glasses. I later n...
Dr. Guo Jinliang Reply:
Based on the situation described in the letter, the examination by the physician indicates a problem with amblyopia, and it is recommended to wear glasses for treatment. The purpose of dilation is primarily to relax the muscles and obtain a more accurate prescription. There shoul...[Read More] Understanding Amblyopia Treatment for Children: Key Insights and Tips
Do I Have Myopia? Understanding Vision Changes and Eye Health
Do I have myopia or not? I have never been nearsighted since childhood and have never worn glasses, but I feel that my vision is not as good as it used to be. Some distances that I could see clearly before now appear blurry. I often stay up late and sleep until noon the next day,...
Dr. Xie Wenzhen Reply:
Hello, thank you for your inquiry. I would like to address your question and provide the following recommendations: It is advisable to consult an ophthalmologist for an examination. You can start with a refraction test to determine if there is a prescription needed, followed by a...[Read More] Do I Have Myopia? Understanding Vision Changes and Eye Health
Understanding Laser Eye Surgery: Age Requirements and Recovery Insights
What are the requirements for laser surgery for myopia? Is it necessary to be at least 20 years old to undergo laser eye surgery for myopia? I am only a few months shy of turning 20. What evaluations are needed for the procedure? My prescription is -6.00 in the left eye and -6.50...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, the age requirement for myopia surgery is that patients must be at least 18 years old with stable refractive error. It is not mandatory to be 20 years old; however, being 20 years old generally indicates that physical and mental development is complete, making it less like...[Read More] Understanding Laser Eye Surgery: Age Requirements and Recovery Insights
Do Children with 1.0 Vision Need Dilating Drops for Eye Health?
With unaided vision of 1.0 in both eyes, is it necessary to use a mydriatic agent to adjust vision? A second-grade student did not pass the vision screening at school (the child said they were not used to the testing method) and was taken to an ophthalmology clinic for a re-exami...
Dr. Hu Yusheng Reply:
Hello! A visual acuity of 1.0 is considered normal, but your refraction results at the clinic indicate a myopia of 100 degrees. If, after cycloplegia (dilation of the ciliary muscle), your myopia measurement returns to zero, it may signify two possibilities: (1) There is pseudomy...[Read More] Do Children with 1.0 Vision Need Dilating Drops for Eye Health?