Understanding Retinal Detachment Recovery: Common Concerns and Symptoms
Retinal detachment (1) Hello. It has been one month and ten days since my left eye underwent retinal scleral surgery, but my vision has not yet returned; I cannot see letters, and sometimes my eye still hurts... It feels uncomfortable, with a sensation of pressure pain in my eye....
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
1. After scleral buckle surgery, it is normal to experience discomfort in the eye for a period of time. This discomfort should gradually subside. As for whether the retina is properly attached, that is something you need to ask the examining physician, as it cannot be determined ...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Detachment Recovery: Common Concerns and Symptoms
Understanding Floaters and Visual Disturbances: A Guide for Patients
Floaters, wavy lines, and shadows in the left eye..? Hello Doctor, my vision has always been 1.5 until now. At the age of 41, I developed floaters in my right eye, and after a medical examination, it was confirmed that there was a slight tear. The doctor also checked my left eye ...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
1. After retinal detachment, it is impossible to regain vision without treatment. 2. There is no correlation between retinal laser treatment and an increase in floaters. 3. I cannot explain the occurrence of wavy lines and shadows based on your description, but it should not be r...[Read More] Understanding Floaters and Visual Disturbances: A Guide for Patients
Understanding Blurred Vision After Retinal Laser Treatment: Causes and Solutions
Blurred vision after retinal laser treatment? Hello, Doctor Gao. I have a small hole near the retina in one of my eyes. I underwent laser treatment ten days ago, and a week later, the doctor checked and confirmed that the cornea is normal and the retinal repair site is in good co...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Kelly: Based on your description, after undergoing retinal laser treatment, it is common to experience slight peripheral vision loss, temporary edema, and symptoms such as dimmed vision, narrowed visual fields, or blurriness. These are likely temporary phenomena. Previous l...[Read More] Understanding Blurred Vision After Retinal Laser Treatment: Causes and Solutions
Post-Retinal Hole Surgery: Understanding Vision Changes and Concerns
Postoperative Issues After Retinal Hole Repair Surgery Hello, doctor. I suddenly noticed an increase in floaters and blurred vision. Five days ago, I underwent retinal laser surgery on my right eye, where a hole had been lifted. Currently, the floaters have not increased, and I d...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Kelly: Based on your description, since your vision returned to normal after 15 minutes, there is no need to worry. After undergoing retinal laser treatment, it can cause minor peripheral vision defects and temporary swelling, which may lead to a feeling of dimness, reduced...[Read More] Post-Retinal Hole Surgery: Understanding Vision Changes and Concerns
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Preventive Measures and Symptoms Explained
Retinal Laser Treatment 2 Hello, Doctor Gao. I would like to further inquire about educational information regarding retinal laser treatment. 1. As mentioned in the previous question, I do not quite understand why preventive laser treatment is necessary if there is a possibilit...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Laser treatment is applied to the surrounding area that may be at risk of rupture. If a rupture occurs in the center, having laser treatment around it can reduce the likelihood of retinal detachment. Therefore, once a rupture has occurred, it is important to assess whether...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Preventive Measures and Symptoms Explained
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Risks and Floaters Explained
Retinal laser therapy Hello, Doctor. After my eye examination yesterday, it was found that there are thinner areas in my retina that require laser repair. I would like to ask: 1. Will this preventive repair cause any side effects to the retina? If that area does rupture, will I...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Will this preventive repair cause any side effects to the retina? Will it only result in minor peripheral vision defects, or if that area truly ruptures, will it require another laser treatment? Yes, it may require further laser treatment if a rupture occurs. 2. The ...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Risks and Floaters Explained
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Risks and Genetic Factors
Retinal laser treatment Hello Dr. Gao: I have a friend who experienced retinal detachment the day after undergoing laser treatment for a retinal tear. I would like to ask about the likelihood of such cases. He mentioned that it is uncertain whether a poor scarring reaction led to...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiaolin: The scabbing from the laser treatment takes some time to heal. If it peels off the next day, it indicates that moisture has entered the original wound, causing the peeling. This should not be related to the scab's tension. It is also unlikely to be related to...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Risks and Genetic Factors
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Healing, Risks, and Visual Phenomena
Regarding retinal laser issues? Hello Dr. Gao, I have some questions regarding retinal issues: 1. Does the degree of retinal laser coagulation vary according to individual constitution? Are there cases where patients do not respond with coagulation to the laser treatment? Could...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Lin: 1. If the procedure is successful, there should be scabbing. 2. This type of light is likely a visual phenomenon, rather than flashes resembling lightning caused by vitreous pulling on the retina. At the E-Hospital in Puzi, Taiwan, the ophthalmology department is o...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: Healing, Risks, and Visual Phenomena
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment and Its Risks for High Myopia
Retinal laser issues? I have some questions for Dr. Gao. I am highly myopic with a prescription of -950 diopters and have recently been experiencing arc-shaped flashes of light passing through the corner of my eye (occurring about five times a day, particularly when laughing, jus...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Will performing laser treatment on the retina during PVD increase the risk of retinal detachment? Answer: It should not. Is it possible that the retina is in a more fragile state two weeks after the laser treatment, making the vitreous traction on the retina more significa...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment and Its Risks for High Myopia
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment for Floaters and Vision Issues
Some issues regarding retinal laser treatment and floaters? Hello Dr. Gao: I have some questions to ask you. I am highly myopic with -9.00 and -10.00 diopters, and I have some thinning in the peripheral retina along with floaters and flashes (light balls sliding from the edges of...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Xiao Lin: 1. The self-repairing retina can be treated or not treated. If not treated, you need to pay extra attention. 2. It will be more stable after 2-3 weeks, so try to avoid vigorous head movements or heavy lifting during this period. 3. High myopia is quite common. S...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment for Floaters and Vision Issues
Understanding Vision Loss After Retinal Laser Treatment: What to Expect
After undergoing retinal laser treatment? Today, after receiving laser treatment on my left eye, I noticed a significant visual field defect (similar to a visual afterimage, like a black curtain blocking my vision). The doctor mentioned that I received 200 to 300 shots during the...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Tardigrades: Laser treatment is a form of destruction, which can lead to visual field loss. This is permanent, but over time, the severity of this condition may become less noticeable. In Taiwan, Puzi Hospital's ophthalmology department operates on Monday, Tuesday, Thu...[Read More] Understanding Vision Loss After Retinal Laser Treatment: What to Expect
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: What to Expect After Surgery
Retinal tear, after laser photocoagulation..? Excuse me, Director: The doctor said that after the laser treatment on my right eye, the area around the tear will form a scab and will fall off on its own. What should I expect to see after the scabbing process? Does the fact that it...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello, Milk Green: After laser treatment, the treated area may form a scab, but the area with the perforation may not necessarily scab over. Additionally, the scab will not fall off, and the flash will not disappear immediately after the laser procedure. Director He Jianxian, Oph...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment: What to Expect After Surgery
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment for High Myopia and Related Concerns
Regarding retinal laser treatment? Hello Dr. Gao, I have high myopia of -9.00 and -10.00 diopters, along with floaters and some flashes of light. Recently, I underwent a follow-up examination for retinal holes and was diagnosed with lattice degeneration and some small holes in t...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Sandy: 1. The probability is low. 2. The hole will self-repair, which may result in pigmented scars; this is a normal phenomenon. In Taiwan, the Department of Ophthalmology at Puzi Hospital is open on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday mornings from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM, ...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment for High Myopia and Related Concerns
Understanding Potential Complications After Retinal Laser Treatment
Postoperative complications of retinal laser treatment? Hello, Doctor Gao. I was recently diagnosed with peripheral lattice degeneration of the retina with minor holes, and I need to undergo laser treatment. I heard from a friend that he signed a pre-operative agreement mentionin...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen: The complications you mentioned have a low incidence rate, but there is still a risk, so we have to list them. Laser treatment involves applying energy to the retina, which may initially cause some stinging sensation due to the burning effect. Additionally, the tr...[Read More] Understanding Potential Complications After Retinal Laser Treatment
Understanding Retinal Laser Scarring: Healing, Medications, and Symptoms
Retinal laser coagulation I had a retinal tear and completed laser treatment a month ago. During my follow-up appointment, the doctor said everything is fine. I would like to ask a few questions: 1. The scarring from retinal laser treatment is meant to encircle the tear to prev...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Lin: 1. Once scabbing occurs, it will adhere tightly and be difficult to separate. 2. It should not have any impact. 3. When the vitreous detaches from the retina, the traction on the retina will cease, but it is also possible that it may not completely detach. 4. ...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Scarring: Healing, Medications, and Symptoms
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment for Floaters and Vision Issues
Retinal laser treatment Hello Doctor, 1. I started experiencing floaters in my vision during the first week, initially just a small black dot. By the second week, the symptoms worsened, and there were many more noticeable floaters. Upon examination, it was found that there was a...
Dr. Cai Wenyuan Reply:
There is no correlation between laser treatment and floaters.[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment for Floaters and Vision Issues
Understanding Preventive Retinal Laser Treatment: Sports and Recovery Guidelines
Under what circumstances is preventive retinal laser treatment performed? Can activities such as skiing and weight training still be done? Hello, Doctor Gao. I have myopia of -6.00 in both eyes. Recently, during a routine fundus examination, some issues with my retina were discov...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello John: 1. After the postoperative examination is stable, it should be fine. 2. If there are no issues after the doctor's postoperative check, it should be fine. 3. If a potential retinal tear is detected, laser treatment will be performed as a preventive measure. This w...[Read More] Understanding Preventive Retinal Laser Treatment: Sports and Recovery Guidelines
Does Sneezing After Retinal Laser Treatment Affect Healing?
Allergic sneezing after retinal tear laser treatment? Will sneezing due to nasal allergies one week after retinal laser treatment affect the laser's ability to induce scar formation for the retinal tear? Secondly, after undergoing laser treatment, will the peripheral areas...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Lin: 1. Sneezing should be fine and shouldn't have a significant impact. 2. The laser treatment is applied around the tear, so the original tear is still present, but it is less likely to cause a retinal detachment. Taiwan E-Hospital Puzi Hospital Ophthalmolog...[Read More] Does Sneezing After Retinal Laser Treatment Affect Healing?
Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment After Cataract Surgery Complications
Retinal laser treatment Hello, Doctor: I underwent cataract surgery in June and July, and on August 26, I discovered a retinal tear (with bleeding) in my right eye, which was promptly treated with laser therapy. I have the following questions: 1. Is this considered a complicati...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Mr. Yu: 1. It should not be the case; it is usually an issue with the retina itself. 2. There may also be hemorrhage, which could cause an increase in symptoms. If there is no further bleeding, it should gradually improve. However, it will take some time, possibly a few mo...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Laser Treatment After Cataract Surgery Complications
Understanding Retinal and Lens Issues After Laser Treatment: A Patient's Journey
Retinal and lens issues & changes after laser treatment? Hello, Dr. Gao! Around June, I started experiencing a flashing sensation when moving my eyes. I went to a nearby ophthalmologist for a dilated eye exam and discovered a hole in my left eye, which was immediately treated...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Momo: 1. When the retina is unstable, it can be pulled by the vitreous, which may lead to a tear. It is important to avoid any head movements to prevent the retina from being torn. Since you have already undergone laser treatment, you should wait for it to heal before the ...[Read More] Understanding Retinal and Lens Issues After Laser Treatment: A Patient's Journey