Understanding Orthokeratology Lenses: Eye Health Concerns and Benefits
About Orthokeratology Lenses 1. I have noticed that when I wear orthokeratology lenses, I sometimes wake up in the morning with a lot of eye discharge, enough that it obstructs my vision. It feels abnormal, and upon closer inspection, my sclera appears slightly pink. I'm not...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Eye discharge and redness: You mentioned that after wearing orthokeratology lenses, you experience a significant amount of eye discharge upon waking, which even affects your vision, and your sclera appears slightly pink. This may be due to prolonged use of the lenses ...[Read More] Understanding Orthokeratology Lenses: Eye Health Concerns and Benefits
Post-Surgery Concerns: Black Spots in Vision After Retinal Detachment
Two and a half months post-surgery, I see small black spots in my vision? Hello, Doctor. My mother underwent retinal detachment surgery on April 23 of this year, utilizing scleral buckle technique. During her follow-up appointment in May, she received additional laser treatment f...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Possible reasons for the appearance of small black spots after surgery: 1. **Floaters**: The appearance of small black spots after retinal detachment surgery may be due to floaters. This occurs because the gel-like substance in the vitreous humor changes with age or post-...[Read More] Post-Surgery Concerns: Black Spots in Vision After Retinal Detachment
Understanding Eye Discoloration: Questions After an Eye Exam
Follow-up question #209637 regarding concerns after the consultation? Dear Dr. Gao, Thank you very much for your response and suggestions to my previous questions; I have greatly benefited from them. Most of my concerns are now clear, but I would like to ask you the following: ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Regarding your questions, here are my responses: Q1. Can staying up late and excessive eye strain cause the whites of my eyes to appear slightly gray or darkened? Yes, staying up late and excessive eye strain can indeed lead to a darkened or grayish appearance of the scl...[Read More] Understanding Eye Discoloration: Questions After an Eye Exam
Understanding Eyelid Gland Issues: Persistent Foreign Body Sensation Explained
Meibomian glands eyelids Hello, doctor. Recently, I've been experiencing a foreign body sensation in my left eye. Usually, I just need to remove any eyelashes that might have fallen under my eyelid, and it resolves. However, this sensation has persisted for about two to thre...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, the foreign body sensation in your left eye and the small bubbles you previously experienced may be related to the eyelids or meibomian glands. These small bubbles could be manifestations of meibomian gland dysfunction, which is commonly associat...[Read More] Understanding Eyelid Gland Issues: Persistent Foreign Body Sensation Explained
Understanding Eye Discomfort: Common Questions About Dry Eyes and More
Questions after the consultation? Dear Dr. Gao, I have been experiencing some discomfort in my right eye over the past couple of days, specifically a foreign body sensation in the upper part of my right eye and a feeling of pressure and pain in the upper right orbit. I visited a...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Q1. I understand that dry eye syndrome can cause a foreign body sensation in the eyes, but can it also cause a feeling of pressure or pain in the eye socket? Dry eye syndrome can indeed cause a foreign body sensation in the eyes. When the eyes lack sufficient tears, the ...[Read More] Understanding Eye Discomfort: Common Questions About Dry Eyes and More
Post-Cataract Surgery: Why Is My Right Eye Dimmer Than My Left?
After cataract surgery, the left eye is normal, while the right eye has slightly dimmer vision? Hello, doctor. My left eye is better: it is bright and has no stitches. My right eye had an artificial lens replacement and has one or two stitches. When I look outside, it seems a bit...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Regarding your description, the symptoms of blurred vision, color changes, and blood vessels in the sclera of your right eye after surgery may have multiple causes. Here are several possible situations and recommendations: 1. Postoperative Recovery Period: After undergoin...[Read More] Post-Cataract Surgery: Why Is My Right Eye Dimmer Than My Left?
Understanding Eyeball Polyps: Symptoms, Treatment, and Contact Lens Safety
Pterygium on the eye? Hello, I have something on my eyeball that resembles a conjunctival cyst or a pterygium, looking like a white polyp with faint pinkish blood vessels. It is located on the outer part of the sclera, adhering to the lower inner eyelid. I generally don't fe...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Based on the symptoms you described, this may be a cyst or pterygium on the surface of the eye, which is a growth that forms on the eyeball or conjunctiva and is usually benign. However, a definitive diagnosis requires an examination by an ophthalmologist to rule out other...[Read More] Understanding Eyeball Polyps: Symptoms, Treatment, and Contact Lens Safety
Training Ciliary Muscles: Risks and Benefits for High Myopia
Ciliary muscle training and retinal tears? Hello, doctor. A while ago, I went to an optical shop to get glasses, and I mentioned to the optometrist that sometimes things appear double. The optometrist suggested that I could train my ciliary muscles by practicing convergence exerc...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Ciliary muscle training is generally considered a safe and effective method for improving vision. It can help relax the ciliary muscle, alleviate eye fatigue, and improve vision issues such as myopia and presbyopia. However, there is some controversy regarding the suitabil...[Read More] Training Ciliary Muscles: Risks and Benefits for High Myopia
Understanding Black Spots and Blood Vessels in the Whites of Your Eyes
Issues with the sclera? Hello Doctor, I previously went to an ophthalmologist for a check-up on my floaters and noticed a small dark spot or blood vessel on the white part of my eye. The doctor said it was nothing to worry about, but that I should return for a check-up if the flo...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Your photo shows pigment deposition on the sclera, which may occur when the nerves or blood vessels of the eye surface extend deeper into the eyeball. This is often manifested as black spots associated with blood vessels or as melanosis, which refers to moles on the conjun...[Read More] Understanding Black Spots and Blood Vessels in the Whites of Your Eyes
Understanding Peripheral Retinal Laser Treatment and Its Implications
Retinal military service issues Hello, doctor. The physician mentioned that I have areas of thinning in my eye and need to undergo "laser treatment for peripheral retinal tears and degeneration (FRP)." I would like to know if this is similar to retinal detachment surger...
Dr. Chen Anping Reply:
Hello: According to the classification standards for physical conditions, the exemptions for military service due to retinal diseases are as follows: 1. Retinitis pigmentosa in both eyes (night blindness) 2. Post-operative status after retinal detachment surgery in one eye. The f...[Read More] Understanding Peripheral Retinal Laser Treatment and Its Implications
Understanding Eye Health: Common Concerns and Expert Answers
Please provide the content you would like me to translate into English? Dear Dr. Gao, Thank you very much for your response to my inquiry in the article "#206836". Your reassurance that a slight touch of the cotton swab on the sclera of my right eye should not cause an...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Q1. For the bump caused by meibomian gland obstruction, an initial treatment method can be warm compresses. Warm compresses help to soften the blockage in the meibomian glands, promoting drainage, and may sometimes reduce the bump. However, if there is no improvement aft...[Read More] Understanding Eye Health: Common Concerns and Expert Answers
Understanding Red Eye Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Attention
Bloodshot eyes Hello doctor, I would like to ask about something. In the past two days, I have noticed a deep red line near the lower edge of my sclera that looks like a cut. Currently, my vision is unaffected. I have a history of allergies and have been using artificial tears. R...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Based on your description, the sudden appearance of a deep red streak near the lower edge of the sclera, along with a stinging sensation when using eye drops, may be due to irritation or damage to the blood vessels in the eye tissue. It is recommended that you see an ophth...[Read More] Understanding Red Eye Symptoms: When to Seek Medical Attention
Understanding Eye Care: Addressing Concerns After Pupil Dilation
Inquiry for clarification? Dear Dr. Gao, Thank you very much for your previous response to my questions; I have understood everything clearly. I apologize for bothering you again, but I have a sudden issue with my eye that has caused me some concern, so I am reaching out once mo...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Based on the situation you described, I would like to provide the following recommendations: Q1. It is unlikely to cause any harm. Q2. If the lower white part of the right eye (sclera) is poked or scratched, the following symptoms may occur: - Sharp pain or burning se...[Read More] Understanding Eye Care: Addressing Concerns After Pupil Dilation
Understanding Dark Spots on the Sclera: What You Need to Know
Inquiry about the sclera (the white part of the eye)? Hello, Dr. Gao: I would like to ask you about something. When I pull down the lower eyelid of my left eye, revealing the sclera (the white part of the eye), I notice a faint black circular spot on the sclera. Below this spot, ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Your description may indicate pigment deposition on the sclera, which occurs when nerves or blood vessels distribute to the deeper layers of the eye. This often presents as black spots associated with blood vessels, and it is usually not a cause for concern. However, to un...[Read More] Understanding Dark Spots on the Sclera: What You Need to Know
Why Frequent Ultra-Widefield Imaging is Crucial After Retinal Surgery
Why is it necessary to perform intensive ultra-wide-angle photography? On December 22, 2023, I underwent a vitrectomy due to a dislocated lens caused by being hit by a badminton shuttlecock. The lens was removed, and the damaged areas of the retina were treated with laser. Howeve...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello Ms. Anonymous: When performing wide-angle photography, it is important to check whether the retina is fully attached. Even if this procedure is not done, it may still be necessary to dilate the pupils to examine the fundus, as the underlying purpose is the same. Dr. Ho Chie...[Read More] Why Frequent Ultra-Widefield Imaging is Crucial After Retinal Surgery
Understanding Eye Surgery for Bubble Behind the Left Eye: Risks and Recovery
There is a 2-3 mm bubble behind the left eyeball (inside the brain), causing misalignment of the eyes and resulting in strabismus (diplopia)? Hello, doctor. Recently, I had a CT scan of my brain, and the results showed that there is a 2-3 mm bubble behind my left eyeball (inside ...
Dr. Liang Ce Reply:
We recommend that you: 1. Discuss the above situation further with your attending physician. 2. Consider consulting an ophthalmologist at a major hospital. Wishing you good health. Thank you![Read More] Understanding Eye Surgery for Bubble Behind the Left Eye: Risks and Recovery
Understanding Yellowing of the Eye: When to Worry About Liver Health
Sclera of the right eye Hello, doctor. I would like to ask about a slight yellowing in the sclera of my right eye. Is this normal? My left eye does not have this issue; only the lower part of the sclera in my right eye appears yellow. Could this be related to my previous frequent...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: The statement regarding the yellowing of the sclera being related to liver function typically refers to jaundice. However, yellowing of the sclera does not necessarily indicate a liver problem, as there are various other causes, such as conjunctival pigmentation. Jaundice ...[Read More] Understanding Yellowing of the Eye: When to Worry About Liver Health
Post-Surgery Vision Blurriness and Eye Indentation Concerns
Postoperative blurred vision and sunken eyes? On November 27, I underwent surgery for a retinal detachment in my left eye, which included scleral buckle, vitrectomy, retinal laser treatment, and intraocular gas tamponade. After resting at home for a month, I returned for a follow...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello Miss Chen: Typically, for such a complex surgery, it is necessary to allow more time for recovery, which could take as long as six months. As for the cause of the eye socket depression, I am not very clear on that. Generally, this condition occurs after multiple surgeries o...[Read More] Post-Surgery Vision Blurriness and Eye Indentation Concerns
Understanding Retinal Detachment and Complications: Seeking Second Opinions
Retinal detachment with associated retinal tear? Hello, doctor. I have a retinal detachment in my left eye accompanied by a retinal tear. I have undergone two surgeries; the first surgery was an emergency vitrectomy and scleral buckle procedure performed at the end of December la...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Your condition is quite complex, and I understand your concerns regarding your eye situation. In this case, I recommend that you have an in-depth discussion with your current ophthalmologist to understand the causes of your current condition and the possible treatment opti...[Read More] Understanding Retinal Detachment and Complications: Seeking Second Opinions
Understanding Post-Surgery Laser Treatment for Retinal Issues
Retinal laser treatment Hello, Doctor. 1. I underwent a scleral buckle procedure on my left eye on December 22 of last year, and this morning I had a postoperative laser treatment. I would like to know why laser treatment is needed after surgery (the doctor during my follow-up ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Typically, postoperative laser treatment may be performed to enhance the effects of the surgery. This helps ensure that the surgical outcome is optimized. 2. Regarding the slight vibration sensation you described when looking slightly upward with your left eye, this may...[Read More] Understanding Post-Surgery Laser Treatment for Retinal Issues