Post-Strabismus Surgery: Understanding Vision Changes and Solutions
Questions about strabismus surgery! I have had esotropia since childhood, which has led to amblyopia in my affected eye. This means that the eye with strabismus also has reduced vision, resulting in a significant disparity between my two eyes. After wearing glasses, one eye has a...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Miss: Based on your description, the postoperative eye alignment results appear to be normal according to your friends' observations. However, you still feel something is off. Possible reasons for this situation include: 1. Poor stereopsis: The development of stereo...[Read More] Post-Strabismus Surgery: Understanding Vision Changes and Solutions
Post-Surgery Confusion: Understanding Vision Changes After Strabismus Surgery
Post-operative issues after strabismus surgery! I have had esotropia since childhood, which has led to amblyopia in my deviated eye. This means that the eye with strabismus also has reduced vision, resulting in a significant disparity between my two eyes. After wearing glasses, o...
Dr. Ke Meilan Reply:
Hello! 1. Usually, when you look with both eyes, you won't feel anything. 2. Your issue mainly stems from the retina's focus being off the central point, which is why others perceive you as having normal alignment. However, your optimal point is actually strabismic, so ...[Read More] Post-Surgery Confusion: Understanding Vision Changes After Strabismus Surgery
Why Are My Eyes Yellow? Understanding Causes and Solutions
The eyes appear slightly yellow? My sclera is yellowish, and it has been like this for a long time, probably since high school. Could it be related to smoking?
Dr. Cai Jingyao Reply:
Yellowing of the eyes may indicate systemic diseases, such as jaundice. If there are no underlying conditions, it is generally not serious. A visit to an ophthalmology clinic for examination can help confirm that there are no issues.[Read More] Why Are My Eyes Yellow? Understanding Causes and Solutions
Understanding Corneal Edema in Children: Causes, Risks, and Recovery
Corneal edema Hello, doctor: A 5-year-old child was accidentally shot in the eye with a BB gun while playing in the park last week, resulting in corneal edema, with the swollen area covering about 1/4 of the pupil and vision approximately 0.4. There is also epithelial tissue loss...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Miss: The powerful impact of a BB pellet can cause varying degrees of eye injury. Generally, external trauma to the eyeball can lead to serious conditions such as corneal laceration, scleral laceration (or both), hyphema, traumatic cataract, vitreous hemorrhage, traumatic ...[Read More] Understanding Corneal Edema in Children: Causes, Risks, and Recovery
Understanding Eye Injuries in Children: Recovery and Risks Explained
Injury to a child's eye? Hello, doctor: Two days ago, my child was shot in the eye with a BB gun by another child at the park. After examination by a physician, it was found that there is some damage to the retina, the intraocular pressure is about 22, and the sclera is stil...
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello: 1. Approximately two weeks. 2. Normal intraocular pressure is below 22. 3. Most of your concerns cannot be definitively addressed. I understand you are anxious right now, but please be patient and cooperate with the physician's treatment. If the child shows gradual im...[Read More] Understanding Eye Injuries in Children: Recovery and Risks Explained
Understanding Corneal Flaps: Symptoms, Risks, and Recovery After Eye Surgery
Corneal pannus Hello Dr. Tsai: I would like to ask if the corneal flap only covers the eyeball or if it also includes part of the sclera? After undergoing myopia surgery, how can one be cautious about the displacement of the corneal flap? What are the signs that indicate the corn...
Dr. Cai Jingyao Reply:
Is the corneal flap only covering the eyeball, or does it include part of the sclera? Answer: It covers the cornea (the central black part of the eye, not on the sclera). After undergoing myopia surgery, one must be cautious of the dislocation of the corneal flap. How can one det...[Read More] Understanding Corneal Flaps: Symptoms, Risks, and Recovery After Eye Surgery
Post-LASIK Recovery: Common Concerns and Eye Health Tips
Post-LASIK complications? Hello, doctor: After undergoing LASIK surgery, how long does it take for the corneal flap to fully heal, and when can I get my eyes wet or rub them? If there are small, water-like bumps on the eyelids and if I stay up late, will this affect my vision lat...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
Hello: After LASIK surgery, the interface between the corneal flap and the bed will never completely heal, but this will not affect visual function or cause discomfort, so there is no need to worry. As for the corneal epithelium, it typically heals completely within three days. A...[Read More] Post-LASIK Recovery: Common Concerns and Eye Health Tips
Understanding Red Veins in the Eyes: Causes and Contact Lens Concerns
Blood vessels in the sclera? Hello, I have been wearing bi-weekly contact lenses for six months. I heard that prolonged use of contact lenses can lead to neovascularization. I have also noticed blood vessels in the sclera and even around the cornea. Could this be neovascularizati...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
The so-called neovascularization caused by contact lenses occurs on the cornea, which is the surface of the iris, and cannot be seen without an ophthalmic microscope. What you are observing are the blood vessels on the conjunctiva; normally, there are many small conjunctival bloo...[Read More] Understanding Red Veins in the Eyes: Causes and Contact Lens Concerns
Black Spots on a Child's Eye: Causes and Treatment Options
Black spots on the sclera? Hello, I would like to inquire about the issue of black spots on the sclera of a child. (1) Child's age: Currently 3 years and 3 months, male. (2) Description of the eye condition: 1) Since birth, there has been a small black spot on the scle...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Miss: A stye, or hordeolum, refers to a localized blockage of the sebaceous glands in the eyelid, accompanied by an overgrowth of local bacteria. Possible causes include the degeneration of secreted oils, a predisposition to oily skin, and the common occurrence of oil accu...[Read More] Black Spots on a Child's Eye: Causes and Treatment Options
Post-Surgery Silicone Oil Injection: Key Questions Answered
Regarding the issue of silicone oil injection after surgery? Hello, Dr. Liu: My family member recently experienced a retinal detachment. They previously underwent scleral buckle surgery and have now had a vitrectomy with silicone oil injection. I would like to ask if the silico...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Sir: The surgical treatment for retinal detachment can be determined based on the patient's condition and severity, among other factors. The commonly used methods include scleral buckling, vitrectomy, or a combination of both. Additional procedures such as cryotherapy...[Read More] Post-Surgery Silicone Oil Injection: Key Questions Answered
Understanding Subconjunctival Hemorrhage: Causes and Concerns
I have a portion of hemorrhage in my sclera! Hello, doctor! When I got up around noon, I looked in the mirror and was shocked... there is some bleeding in the sclera of my right eye. It feels a bit itchy, but I can still see. At around 5 PM, I checked again and it hasn't gon...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Sir: Generally speaking, subconjunctival hemorrhage is not considered an emergency. Visually, the eye appears red, but there is no pain or itching, and vision is not affected. Possible causes include: vigorous rubbing of the eyes, constipation (straining during bowel movem...[Read More] Understanding Subconjunctival Hemorrhage: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Upward Strabismus: Causes and Treatment Options
Strabismus with upward deviation of the eye? Hello doctor, I noticed in the mirror that my pupils are significantly positioned upwards, exposing a lot of the sclera below, which is referred to as "scleral show." This seems to have developed later in life, as I did not h...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Sir: Based on your description, the possible issues can be explored in two parts: First, when the eyeball is in a normal position, you may observe that the eyeball appears to be turned upward, which is referred to as vertical strabismus. If this condition has developed lat...[Read More] Understanding Upward Strabismus: Causes and Treatment Options
Eye Injury in a 1.5-Year-Old: Concerns and Care Tips
My one-and-a-half-year-old son has an eye injury? Hello Doctor: My son is one and a half years old. This afternoon, on November 5th, he accidentally had a foreign object inserted into his eyeball, resulting in a red spot about 0.3 cm on the sclera, along with some blood vessels. ...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Sir: In the event of the above situation, the first step should be to confirm whether there are any foreign bodies remaining on the surface of the eye, whether there is any penetration into the eyeball, and the integrity of the eyeball. If an ophthalmologist can confirm th...[Read More] Eye Injury in a 1.5-Year-Old: Concerns and Care Tips
Small White Dot on the Eye: Is It a Growth or Stubborn Dirt?
There is suddenly a very small white dot protruding on the sclera, but it is not on the pupil? This afternoon, when I woke up and washed my face, I noticed a tiny dot on the surface of my eyeball, similar to a small dot made by a 0.1mm pen. It is clearly attached to the surface o...
Dr. Cai Jingyao Reply:
It sounds like a corneal foreign body or filamentous discharge. If symptoms persist or if there is redness or blurred vision, please seek medical treatment. Thank you.[Read More] Small White Dot on the Eye: Is It a Growth or Stubborn Dirt?
Understanding Vision Recovery After Retinal Detachment Surgery
excuse me? I underwent scleral buckle surgery for retinal detachment a month ago. My first vision measurement was around 800 degrees, but during the recent second measurement, it decreased by 25 degrees (originally my vision was 600). I would like to know how long it typically ta...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
It is common to experience an increase of one to two diopters after undergoing a scleral buckle surgery. It is recommended to wait three to six months for a more stable prescription before getting glasses. However, it is important to be mentally prepared that even with glasses, v...[Read More] Understanding Vision Recovery After Retinal Detachment Surgery
Understanding Yellow Spots on the Whites of Your Eyes: Causes and Concerns
Eye problems Hello doctor: I have a small yellow spot on the sclera of both my left and right eyes. What kind of issue could this indicate? Is this normal?
Dr. Feng Jiefan Reply:
Hello: The white part of the eye is the conjunctiva, and the yellow spots on the conjunctiva are usually changes in the epithelium and conjunctival tissue, commonly referred to as pinguecula. These spots typically do not affect vision or health; however, some spots may enlarge, s...[Read More] Understanding Yellow Spots on the Whites of Your Eyes: Causes and Concerns
Understanding Temporary Discomfort After Scleral Buckling Surgery
Scleral Buckling Surgery for Retinal Detachment I recently underwent scleral buckle surgery for retinal detachment, but I sometimes feel like there is a foreign body in my eye. The doctor mentioned it is the buckle. This sensation comes and goes, and when it is pronounced, it cau...
Dr. Zhang Yanrui Reply:
The ring buckle placed in your eye socket is likely made of silicone material, and it is generally not recommended to remove it, as doing so would significantly increase the chances of retinal detachment occurring again. Since this device is encapsulated within the conjunctiva, i...[Read More] Understanding Temporary Discomfort After Scleral Buckling Surgery
Understanding Chronic Conjunctivitis: Recovery Time and Treatment Insights
Chronic conjunctivitis Hello Doctor: Over a month ago, I experienced yellowing of the sclera and bloodshot eyes due to excessive eye strain, and I consulted an ophthalmologist who diagnosed me with chronic conjunctivitis. After using the prescribed medication, I have noticed some...
Dr. Feng Jiefan Reply:
Hello: Chronic conjunctivitis is indeed not easy to cure, as both the condition of the eyes and the environment can affect the inflammation. The color of the sclera can be influenced by many factors; yellowing may indicate pinguecula, which is a result of conjunctival degeneratio...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Conjunctivitis: Recovery Time and Treatment Insights
Understanding Eye Hemorrhage: Causes and Symptoms Explained
Ocular hemorrhage I went to bed around 1 or 2 AM yesterday, had sexual intercourse, and when I woke up in the morning, I noticed that the sclera of my right eye was injected with blood and slightly painful. What could be the cause?
Dr. Wang Zhangji Reply:
Hello: It is likely a subconjunctival hemorrhage, which has minimal impact on the eye. Applying ice for 2-3 days will help, and the blood will gradually be reabsorbed. If you experience blurred vision or eye pain, it is best to visit an outpatient clinic for an examination. Since...[Read More] Understanding Eye Hemorrhage: Causes and Symptoms Explained
Understanding Water-Drop-Like Spots on the Eye: Causes and Concerns
There appears to be droplet-like structures on the sclera? Hello, Doctor! I have been experiencing itchy eyes due to nasal allergies, and recently I noticed a slight foreign body sensation in my eyes. I later discovered a small pustule at the corner of my upper eyelid and observe...
Dr. Liu Jingxian Reply:
Hello, Miss: Based on your description of "something resembling water droplets on the white part of the eye," this condition is actually a manifestation of "conjunctival edema," most commonly caused by allergic conjunctivitis. It often occurs with accompanying...[Read More] Understanding Water-Drop-Like Spots on the Eye: Causes and Concerns