Understanding Retinal Scans: Do They Replace Traditional Eye Exams?
Questions related to fundus examination? Dear Dr. Gao, I have high myopia (approximately -800 diopters) and therefore undergo regular retinal examinations. In April of this year, an ophthalmologist at a large hospital discovered that both of my eyes had a small area of retinal t...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiang: The ultra-widefield fundus scanner provides a larger field of view than traditional dilated eye examinations and allows physicians to review the images more thoroughly, making it less likely to overlook lesions. Occasionally, symptoms of flashes may occur, ranging f...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Scans: Do They Replace Traditional Eye Exams?
Understanding Post-Laser Eye Treatment: Addressing Floaters and Concerns
Retinal laser issues? Good evening, Dr. Gao. I would like to ask you about something that has been really troubling me. I know that most people do not develop floaters after laser treatment, but in my case, the day after the procedure [I remember very clearly] I woke up to sudden...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, concerned individual: 1. It is difficult to determine; you should consult your attending physician regarding the situation at that time. 2. Yes. 3. The four inflammatory cells are not floaters; they are inflammatory cells. It should be due to vitreous degeneration. 5. It s...[Read More] Understanding Post-Laser Eye Treatment: Addressing Floaters and Concerns
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Questions and Insights on Eye Health
Retinal laser treatment Good evening, Dr. Gao. Due to the recent severity of my floaters, I visited an ophthalmologist near my workplace yesterday. The doctor mentioned that the area where I previously had laser treatment has a tear. I would like to ask Dr. Gao: 1. Does "t...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, concerned individual: 1. A tear refers to a condition that is either already torn or is about to tear. 2. It is possible that a contact fundus lens was used, which contains mirrors that can be rotated to view the periphery, so the eyes do not need to be turned. 3. This...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Questions and Insights on Eye Health
Understanding Post-Laser Retinal Effects: Shadows and Floaters Explained
Retinal laser therapy Good evening, Dr. Gao. I am a patient who has developed severe shadows after retinal laser treatment. I apologize for bothering you again with my questions: 1. I had the laser treatment on the upper right side of my right eye. If the laser's thermal en...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, concerned individual: 1. Floaters can occur in any part of the eye. 2. It is possible. 3. It will not be. 4. There is none. 5. It will not be. 6. They are the same. The difference lies in energy and range. 7. There should not be such an action. 8. Same as above. ...[Read More] Understanding Post-Laser Retinal Effects: Shadows and Floaters Explained
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment and Its Impact on Floaters
Retinal laser treatment Hello, Doctor Gao. I am a patient who developed severe floaters after retinal laser treatment. The floaters are overwhelming, and I would like to ask you: 1. I have seen online mentions of a procedure called vitrectomy. Is this a real surgery? Does it ha...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, concerned individual: 1. I personally do not recommend it, but you may consult a retina specialist. 2. It's normal, sometimes even more so. 3. No, it's just vitreous opacities. 4. Personally, I don't think so, but you can ask a retina specialist, as they hav...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment and Its Impact on Floaters
Understanding Retinal Issues: Insights on Vitreous and Floaters
Retinal issues? Hello, Dr. Gao. My condition is that after undergoing retinal laser treatment, I have developed a significant number of dark spots. I would like to ask you a few questions. I frequently visit an ophthalmologist for eye examinations, but each time I only undergo di...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, concerned individual: 1. The vitreous body is transparent and may not be easily visible to the naked eye. Therefore, it is not typically examined. 2. Only larger issues are visible; smaller ones may not be detectable. 3. The vitreous can undergo liquefaction, but not all o...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Issues: Insights on Vitreous and Floaters
Understanding Floaters After Retinal Laser Treatment: Key Insights
Retinal laser treatment Dear Doctor, I apologize for bothering you again with a few questions regarding my condition. I have developed a significant amount of floaters after undergoing retinal laser treatment. I would like to understand: 1. Is it common for most people to experi...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, concerned individual: 1. The presence of floaters is generally not a concern; as long as they do not affect the retina, they are not an issue regardless of when they appear. 2. All types of floaters are a result of degeneration. 3. There is a possibility that they may ...[Read More] Understanding Floaters After Retinal Laser Treatment: Key Insights
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Patient Concerns and Insights
Retinal laser treatment consultation issues? Hello, Doctor Gao. I am from Taichung, and I would like to visit your hospital for a consultation. I need your help to understand the condition of my retina and vitreous. Previously, when I visited a clinic, the doctor informed me that...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. I can help you with the examination. 2. This cannot be determined. 3. Currently, we do not have such equipment. 4. This cannot be observed, and the cloudiness is likely due to degeneration; inflammation would not present this way. 5. I apologize, but we do not have the ...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Patient Concerns and Insights
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Risks, Standards, and Future Options
Retinal laser treatment I'm sorry, but I cannot provide medical advice or opinions. However, I can help translate your questions into English. 1. I have undergone retinal laser treatment, but due to subsequent complications, I have consulted many doctors. Most of them belie...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Dear concerned individual, 1. If you have already undergone laser treatment, there is no need to worry about these issues; your retina is well protected. Whether further laser treatment is necessary should be determined through a medical examination and diagnosis by a physician....[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Risks, Standards, and Future Options
Understanding Dark and Yellow Vision in High Myopia: Causes and Solutions
The left eye sees things as dark and yellow, and the small print on packaging is unclear? Hello Doctor: I am 24 years old and have high myopia in both eyes, with the right eye at -950 and the left eye at -750 (both eyes have astigmatism of 200-250). I have had retinal laser treat...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Krystal: Currently, it does not appear to be macular degeneration, and if there were any issues, the physician would inform you. Regular check-ups will allow for early detection of any lesions. As for the differences in visual acuity, color perception, and brightness betwee...[Read More] Understanding Dark and Yellow Vision in High Myopia: Causes and Solutions
Understanding Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy and Its Impact on Vision
Retinal laser therapy Hello, Director Gao. I apologize for asking you again about proliferative vitreoretinopathy (PVR): it is a complication following surgery for retinal detachment with tears. It is commonly seen in cases of excessive cryotherapy, large tears, multiple retinal ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, concerned individual: 1. I apologize, but this cannot be determined. 2. No, please refer to https://reurl.cc/gWzz0p. 3. It should not be a problem. 4. The vitreous does not require special examination; if there are issues, they will be observed during the retinal exam...[Read More] Understanding Proliferative Vitreoretinopathy and Its Impact on Vision
Understanding Vitreous Opacity: Causes and Effects on Vision
Retinal laser treatment Hello, doctor. I would like to ask another question. Vitreous opacities are a common sign of vitreous diseases. Proliferation of vitreous fibrous tissue, primarily manifested as the formation of fibrous membranes or strands within the vitreous, can often b...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, concerned individual: Floaters, or myodesopsia, are related to the proliferation of vitreous fibers. It cannot be definitively concluded whether they are associated with laser treatment; what can be confirmed is that this is a degeneration of the vitreous body, which may b...[Read More] Understanding Vitreous Opacity: Causes and Effects on Vision
Post-Retinal Laser Treatment: Common Questions and Concerns
Questions After Retinal Laser Treatment Dear Dr. Gao, I apologize for disturbing you during your busy schedule. I am a person with high myopia, and I have been experiencing flashes in my left eye. In mid-April, I visited an ophthalmologist who found that both of my retinas are t...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: The physician will schedule a follow-up appointment based on the specific situation, and it cannot be generalized. If you occasionally experience flashes of light, you can monitor the changes; if they increase or intensify, a follow-up visit is necessary. Retinal laser tre...[Read More] Post-Retinal Laser Treatment: Common Questions and Concerns
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Addressing Post-Procedure Vision Issues
Retinal laser therapy Hello, Doctor. Five years ago, I underwent retinal laser treatment at an ophthalmology clinic, and since then, I have developed severe and dense shadows in my vision. I have consulted many doctors, and they have said that the retinal laser treatment is not r...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Ming: Please refer to https://bit.ly/2SivZjQ1. 1. Never encountered it before. 2. Unable to distinguish. 3. Inflammation may cause a fading effect; the dark shadow could be due to vitreous opacities. Therefore, it is likely not inflammation. Online responses can only serve...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Addressing Post-Procedure Vision Issues
Understanding Post-Laser Treatment Complications in Retinal Health
Post-retinal laser treatment Hello Doctor, I previously didn't understand my condition. At that time, I went to see a doctor because I was experiencing some small floaters, but I was worried about misdiagnosis and consulted several doctors. Most of them said there was nothin...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, concerned individual: 1. It is possible that the appearance of floaters coincided with the recent laser treatment, as individuals with myopia often experience floaters at an early age. Vitreous liquefaction can lead to an increase in floaters; however, I cannot definitive...[Read More] Understanding Post-Laser Treatment Complications in Retinal Health
Can You Dive After Retinal Laser Treatment? Expert Advice on Safety
Can I engage in freediving after undergoing laser treatment for a retinal tear? Hello doctor, I have myopia of about 1000 degrees in both eyes and astigmatism of 100-200 degrees. Recently, I was diagnosed with a retinal tear in my left eye and have undergone laser treatment. Can ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Zhou: If the hole is not large and the retina has stabilized after the laser treatment, diving should not be an issue. However, you need to be cautious about eye collisions during combat sports, and weight training should be fine. The key point is that the hole is sma...[Read More] Can You Dive After Retinal Laser Treatment? Expert Advice on Safety
Understanding Floaters After Retinal Laser Treatment: Causes and Solutions
Retinal laser treatment causing floaters? Hello, doctor. I have a thin retina in my left eye and underwent laser reinforcement. After the procedure, I noticed black spots and lines appearing at the site of the reinforcement. Is there a chance that these remnants of the retina cou...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiaoxiao: The black spots and lines you see may sometimes be related to areas treated with laser, as the laser can damage retinal cells, leading to visual field defects. If it is retinal debris, it may persist for a while. However, it is not a cause for concern, and you wi...[Read More] Understanding Floaters After Retinal Laser Treatment: Causes and Solutions
Post-Retinal Laser Surgery: Understanding Visual Disturbances and Symptoms
Postoperative retinal issues Hello, Doctor: About a year and a half ago, I underwent a dilated retinal examination and discovered a retinal tear in one eye. I subsequently had several sessions of laser photocoagulation. Prior to the retinal examination, I did not notice any abnor...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Water waves and floaters are both phenomena related to vitreous degeneration, and retinal tears are usually caused by the pulling effect during vitreous degeneration. Therefore, they are not necessarily related to laser treatment. Laser procedures typically do not cause th...[Read More] Post-Retinal Laser Surgery: Understanding Visual Disturbances and Symptoms
Can Oral Medications Help Alleviate Floaters in the Eyes?
Is there an oral medication that can alleviate floaters? Hello Doctor: I have been suffering from floaters for a long time. I have undergone retinal laser treatment in both eyes, but the sensation of floaters has been increasing without improvement. I regularly return for retinal...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Xiao: Currently, there are no effective medications to treat floaters, and there are no published academic papers on Voritine. I apologize, but I have not used this medication, so I cannot evaluate it. The ophthalmology department at Puzi Hospital in Taiwan is open on...[Read More] Can Oral Medications Help Alleviate Floaters in the Eyes?
Understanding Vitreous Degeneration: Managing Symptoms and Lifestyle Changes
Vitreous degeneration Hello, Doctor. I underwent retinal laser treatment on January 5th, and a few days later, I noticed flashes in my left eye. During a check-up on February 16th, it was found that a hole may have been torn due to the flashes, so I had another treatment, which m...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, anxious student: 1. This condition may not necessarily resolve, but if there are no issues with the retina, you can feel reassured. 2. It is possible, but precautions should be taken to avoid any impact to the eyeball, as this could lead to a retinal tear. Puzih Hospi...[Read More] Understanding Vitreous Degeneration: Managing Symptoms and Lifestyle Changes