Does High Myopia Increase the Risk of Retinal Degeneration and Tears?
Retinal degeneration Does high myopia lead to physiological peripheral retinal degeneration, which increases the risk of retinal tears? Thank you for your response, doctor.
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: High myopia can lead to choroidal atrophy in the peripheral retina, which may result in physiological peripheral retinal degeneration. This degeneration can increase the risk of retinal tears, as the structural integrity of the degenerative areas in the peripheral retina b...[Read More] Does High Myopia Increase the Risk of Retinal Degeneration and Tears?
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment for High Myopia and Complications
Retinal laser therapy Dear Dr. Gao, Thank you for taking the time to answer my questions. I have high myopia, with my right eye at -11.50 and my left eye at -12.00. In 2016, I experienced a retinal detachment in my right eye due to a car accident, which was treated with laser su...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Currently, there is no research indicating that coughing or blowing your nose directly causes retinal tears. However, if you use excessive force when blowing your nose, it may affect intraocular pressure and potentially lead to retinal issues. It is recommended to use...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment for High Myopia and Complications
Understanding Floaters and Retinal Degeneration: Your Eye Health Questions Answered
Floaters and related issues? Hello, doctor. I have high myopia (over 600 in both eyes) and floaters. Last week, I had a dilated eye exam, and the doctor said, "There is degeneration around the retina, but no holes. If the floaters increase, you should seek medical attention....
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Based on your description, the doctor mentioned that there is degeneration around your retina, but no holes are present. This indicates that your eyes may have undergone some changes, but currently, it is not severe. 2. The degree of increase in floaters can vary from p...[Read More] Understanding Floaters and Retinal Degeneration: Your Eye Health Questions Answered
Understanding Eye Flashes and Retinal Degeneration: Your Questions Answered
Flashes of light during blinking and retinal issues? Hello Doctor, I have over 600 degrees of myopia and floaters. A few days ago, I underwent a dilated eye exam, and the doctor said my retina is degenerating. I would like to ask: 1. Today, every time I blink, I see a fixed bri...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. The spots or flashes you described may be due to changes in the vitreous or retina, which are often caused by retinal or vitreous degeneration. It is advisable to seek a follow-up appointment for a more detailed examination by a physician. 2. Lutein and zeaxanthin can h...[Read More] Understanding Eye Flashes and Retinal Degeneration: Your Questions Answered
Understanding Retinal Degeneration and Floaters: Your Essential Guide
Retinal degeneration Hello, doctor. I have over 600 degrees of myopia and floaters. Yesterday, I underwent a dilated eye exam, and the doctor mentioned that there is degeneration around my retina, which appears white, but he did not see any holes and said that I do not need laser...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. After dilation, floaters may become more noticeable because the enlarged pupil allows more light to enter the eye, making the floaters easier to detect. 2. You can monitor changes in the shape, size, quantity, and movement patterns of the floaters. If there are signific...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Degeneration and Floaters: Your Essential Guide
Understanding Retinopathy of Prematurity: Symptoms and Concerns Explained
Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP) 1. I have retinopathy of prematurity, amblyopia (one eye 0.3, one eye no light perception), high myopia (over 500 degrees), high astigmatism, nystagmus, and visual field loss. For the past few months, I have been experiencing curved yellow-green f...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
1. I cannot understand your description; please consult directly at the ophthalmology outpatient clinic. 2. The visual condition associated with nystagmus is different from that of the general population; what you are seeing may indeed be caused by the nystagmus, but I cannot be...[Read More] Understanding Retinopathy of Prematurity: Symptoms and Concerns Explained
Understanding Retinal Degeneration and the Impact of Floaters
Retinal degeneration and floaters? Hello, doctor. I would like to ask a few questions. I have been experiencing floaters for the past few months, and during a hospital visit, I also had a dark adaptation test which revealed retinal dystrophy, specifically peripheral retinal degen...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Color blindness and night blindness are different visual problems. Color blindness refers to the reduced ability to perceive red and green colors, while night blindness refers to decreased visual ability in low light conditions. Both color blindness and night blindness ...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Degeneration and the Impact of Floaters
Understanding Retinal Diseases: Symptoms, Management, and Nutritional Support
Retinal diseases Hello Doctor, I am the person who previously inquired about night blindness. In early November, I suddenly developed floaters, and this year I was diagnosed with pigmentary retinopathy. Since December, I have been working on the computer for 8 hours a day, and my...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Lutein, astaxanthin, and fish oil may help improve retinal health, but the specific effects of these nutrients still require further research for validation. Avoiding blue light exposure is also an effective method for protecting the eyes. 2. To determine if you have an...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Diseases: Symptoms, Management, and Nutritional Support
Understanding Retinal Diseases: Symptoms, Management, and Dietary Tips
Retinal diseases Hello Doctor, I am the person who previously inquired about night blindness. In early November, I suddenly developed floaters, and this year I was diagnosed with pigmentary retinopathy. Since December, I have been working on the computer for 8 hours a day, and my...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Lutein, astaxanthin, and fish oil may help improve retinal health, but the specific effects of these nutrients still require further research for validation. Avoiding blue light exposure is also an effective method to protect the eyes. 2. To determine if you have any ey...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Diseases: Symptoms, Management, and Dietary Tips
Understanding Peripheral Blurriness and Physiological Blind Spots in Vision
Peripheral vision blurriness & physiological blind spot issues? Hello, doctor. In mid-October last year, I noticed a blurriness on the outer side of my left eye (if I draw a circle centered on my point of focus, the area outside this circle is blurry, especially the arc of th...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. It is possible, but we need to look at the visual field chart for accuracy. 2. Usually, the difference is not significant, and you can compare it using the visual field chart. 3. Typically, the physiological blind spot is not noticeable. 4. The physiological blind spot ...[Read More] Understanding Peripheral Blurriness and Physiological Blind Spots in Vision
Understanding Retinal Degeneration and Night Blindness: Key Insights
Eye degeneration, retinal degeneration, night blindness? Hello Doctor, I recently visited a large hospital for an eye examination. I underwent dark adaptation tests, visual field tests, and OCT, and I was diagnosed with retinal dystrophy. I've felt that my night vision has b...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Is it true that night blindness will inevitably lead to complete blindness in the future? It's not that pessimistic. According to large-scale statistics, it is rare for retinitis pigmentosa to cause total vision loss; approximately 20% of individuals may have monocula...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Degeneration and Night Blindness: Key Insights
Understanding Retinal Degeneration and Night Blindness: Key Insights
Retinal degeneration, night blindness? Hello Doctor, I recently visited a large hospital for an eye exam. I underwent dark adaptation testing, visual field testing, and OCT, and was diagnosed with retinal dystrophy. I've felt that my night vision has been worse than others f...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Is it true that night blindness will inevitably lead to blindness in the future? It's not that pessimistic. According to large-scale statistics, it is rare for retinitis pigmentosa to cause complete vision loss; about twenty percent of individuals may have a visual ac...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Degeneration and Night Blindness: Key Insights
Understanding Retinal Issues: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Prevention Tips
Retinal issues 1. I would like to ask, when I rotate my eyes in the dark (turning left and then right), a faint straight beam of light appears each time I move my eyes. It occurs consistently with each movement rather than randomly. Why is this happening? 2. Are the flashes I se...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. It may be due to the retina being pulled by the vitreous. 2. Usually, it occurs with movement. If there are any changes, you can go for an examination; if there are no changes, check once every six months. 3. It's still considered normal. Sometimes, it can be quite...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Issues: Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Prevention Tips
Post-Laser Surgery Complications: Understanding Visual Field Loss
Adverse reactions after retinal laser surgery? Hello, doctor. I apologize for the interruption. I underwent laser treatment for peripheral retinal degeneration to prevent a tear at the end of October. After the procedure, I experienced a persistent sensation of visual field loss ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Retinal laser treatment can cause localized visual field defects. However, there should not be significant effects in the peripheral vision. If any changes occur, it is advisable to return for a follow-up examination.[Read More] Post-Laser Surgery Complications: Understanding Visual Field Loss
Understanding Retinal Degeneration: Symptoms, Concerns, and Next Steps
Retinal degeneration Hello, Doctor Gao. A few days ago, I asked you some questions regarding retinal detachment (link: #189575). Thank you for your response. I have a few more questions to ask: 1. Since it has only been about a week since my last examination, but I sometimes exp...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. If it occurs after the examination, it should be checked; if there are no issues, then there is no need to worry constantly. 2. A break in the surrounding area can lead to a small portion of visual field loss, which may not be easily noticeable. 3. It may gradually disa...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Degeneration: Symptoms, Concerns, and Next Steps
Understanding Retinal Degeneration: Key Insights for High Myopia Patients
Retinal degeneration Hello, Doctor Gao. I have high myopia, and a few days ago I underwent a dilated fundus examination. The doctor said there are no holes in my retina, but there is peripheral degeneration. The doctor did not specify the type of degeneration, only mentioning tha...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Lattice degeneration is just one type. 2. The area treated with laser will have retinal damage, leading to visual field loss. 3. Usually, a tear is required for a detachment to occur. 4. It should not be related to computer use. The current cause is unknown.[Read More] Understanding Retinal Degeneration: Key Insights for High Myopia Patients
Understanding Laser Treatment for Floaters: Are There Hidden Risks?
Retinal laser treatment without scarring? Hello, Doctor. In the past, I visited a small clinic to check for floaters and underwent retinal laser treatment. (Later, I found out that this clinic had numerous negative reviews.) However, subsequent examinations at several other hospi...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, if it is located very peripherally, a 3-mirror lens must be used to visualize it. Therefore, not seeing any traces does not necessarily mean that the procedure was not performed; it simply means it was not visible. Please rest assured that peripheral laser treatment will n...[Read More] Understanding Laser Treatment for Floaters: Are There Hidden Risks?
Understanding Visual Field Issues: Causes and Solutions for Eye Problems
Visual field issues Hello, may I ask if issues with the temporal retina cause defects in the temporal visual field or the nasal visual field? Is it possible that when focusing on nearby objects, the tremor is less pronounced, so without using corrective lenses to extend the focus...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xin: Does a problem with the temporal retina cause a defect in the temporal visual field or the nasal visual field? Temporal retinal damage leads to nasal visual field loss. Is it true that when focusing on nearby objects, the tremor may be less pronounced, so without usin...[Read More] Understanding Visual Field Issues: Causes and Solutions for Eye Problems
Understanding Fundus Examination: Common Questions and Concerns
Fundus examination? 1. I recently had a fundus examination at the ophthalmologist. Before dilation, my visual acuity was 20/625 in the left eye and 20/675 in the right eye with astigmatism of 4.00. After dilation, it changed to 20/675 in the left eye and 20/725 in the right eye. ...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
1. The occurrence of increased refractive error after dilation is indeed rare, but it can still be encountered in clinical practice, and we cannot rule out the possibility of instrument error. 2. Refractive assessment can indeed be performed using this method, but the margin of ...[Read More] Understanding Fundus Examination: Common Questions and Concerns
Understanding Retinopathy of Prematurity: Key Insights and Concerns
Retinal issues Hello, does retinopathy of prematurity primarily affect the peripheral retina, resulting only in peripheral visual field loss? (Because the surgically treated peripheral retina may have defects?) The presence of a 30-degree visual field loss in retinopathy of prema...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xin: Because most of your questions are not within my area of expertise, I am afraid of giving you incorrect answers. It is best to consult your retinal specialist. Thank you for your continued support. Does retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) primarily affect the periphera...[Read More] Understanding Retinopathy of Prematurity: Key Insights and Concerns