Concerns About Antibiotic Resistance and Ocular Conditions
Concerns about drug resistance and special diseases? 1. I used the Betamethasone eye ointment only 4 times (before bed for 4 days) and the Chloramphenicol eye drops 5 times (5 drops over 5 days). The main symptoms of photophobia, eye moisture, and the sensation of a foreign body ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: Concerns about antibiotic resistance: Based on your description, the frequency of using Betamethasone eye ointment and Chloramphenicol eye drops is relatively low, which suggests a lower risk of developing antibiotic resistance. Antibiotic resistance typically arises fro...[Read More] Concerns About Antibiotic Resistance and Ocular Conditions
Persistent Blurriness After Uveitis Treatment: Seeking Solutions
Blurred vision persists after treatment for iritis? Hello Doctor, I would like to ask about my condition. On January 5th, I was diagnosed with conjunctivitis in my right eye. On January 13th, due to worsening blurred vision, I consulted another ophthalmologist who confirmed it as...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Hello Ms. Kelly: The follow-up appointment has been confirmed, and the attending physician will arrange the relevant examinations based on the in-person consultation. Director He Jianxian, Ophthalmology Department, Nantou Hospital.[Read More] Persistent Blurriness After Uveitis Treatment: Seeking Solutions
Understanding Black Circles in Vision During Uveitis Treatment
During the treatment process for uveitis, a black ring may appear in the vision? Hello Doctor, I have been experiencing pain in my left eye, photophobia, and intermittent tearing, so I visited an ophthalmology clinic. The doctor diagnosed my left eye with acute and subacute irido...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: The appearance of dark circles and visual distortion is not a normal phenomenon during the treatment process. It could be a change in the condition, and it is unlikely that the medication is causing this. It may also be a result of the mydriatic agent tropicamide, as dilat...[Read More] Understanding Black Circles in Vision During Uveitis Treatment
Understanding Uveitis and Its Connection to Floaters: What You Need to Know
Iritis and floaters? Hello, doctor. I was diagnosed with uveitis during my visit to the ophthalmologist last week, and I am currently undergoing treatment with eye drops. However, I have now noticed symptoms of floaters. Does this indicate that my uveitis has worsened? Should I r...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: The appearance of floaters does not necessarily indicate a worsening of uveitis; it could also be caused by other factors. If you experience new symptoms, including floaters, during the treatment of uveitis, it is advisable to have it checked again.[Read More] Understanding Uveitis and Its Connection to Floaters: What You Need to Know
Understanding Eye Strain: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Eye strain? Recently, I have been experiencing symptoms of soreness in my left eye for about two weeks. Occasionally, the symptoms improve, but then they return. I have visited two ophthalmology clinics for examinations, where I underwent intraocular pressure tests and an examina...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: First of all, based on the symptoms you described, eye strain may be caused by various factors. Eye fatigue, dry eye syndrome, prolonged use of digital devices, and environmental factors could all contribute to this discomfort. The examination results from two ophthalmolog...[Read More] Understanding Eye Strain: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatment Options
Understanding Slow Vision Recovery After Uveitis: What to Expect
Vision has not recovered? Hello, doctor. One month ago (early October), I experienced my first episode of iritis due to ankylosing spondylitis. For the first two weeks, my eye was red, swollen, and painful, and I received treatment at the hospital and with eye drops. Now, the pai...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
Since I have not examined your current eye condition, I cannot determine whether your iritis has fully resolved or if there are any residual effects. It is also unclear whether your blurred vision is caused by the use of special medications (such as dilating agents). I cannot pro...[Read More] Understanding Slow Vision Recovery After Uveitis: What to Expect
Understanding Chronic Iritis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Iritis has been ongoing for four months? Hello Doctor, I was recently diagnosed with iritis in March, and over the past three months, I have experienced four recurrent episodes, with regular follow-up visits. However, it has recurred again, and now both eyes are affected. Initial...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ms. Chen: Uveitis cannot be cured and may not have a specific onset time. However, the prognosis after treatment is generally good. The cause is often elusive, and surgical intervention is not possible. It is advisable to visit a hospital with a specialist in uveitis for a ...[Read More] Understanding Chronic Iritis: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment Options
Understanding Uveitis, Floaters, and Post-Cataract Surgery Concerns
Uveitis, vitreous floaters, and related issues? I had cataract surgery on my left eye in February of this year. During a follow-up visit, the doctor mentioned that I have uveitis. At that time, my symptoms improved with dilation, but in mid-April, I started experiencing persisten...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: 1. Uveitis is a general term, and iritis is one type of it. Floaters are a symptom that may not necessarily be related to the former, but the former may lead to the occurrence of floaters. Please refer to: https://bit.ly/3GIjh2O 2. Artificial intraocular lenses do not chan...[Read More] Understanding Uveitis, Floaters, and Post-Cataract Surgery Concerns
Understanding Uveitis: Treatment Options and Management Strategies
How to treat iritis? I was hit in the left eye by a stone when I was young, and later underwent surgery to remove the blood clot. Everything has been fine for almost 40 years, but in the past six months, my left eye has frequently been swollen, painful, light-sensitive, and blurr...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, A-Wen: 1. Simple iritis can be alleviated with steroid treatment; whether additional examinations are necessary depends on the physician's clinical diagnosis. 2. Sometimes, it may not be necessary to use mydriatics, depending on the inflammation status. 3. Occasionall...[Read More] Understanding Uveitis: Treatment Options and Management Strategies
Is Blood Testing Necessary for Uveitis Management?
Is blood testing necessary for iritis? Hello Dr. Gao, I am currently experiencing my first episode of iritis. After a week of treatment, my vision is still blurry, but my eyes are not as red anymore. The doctor has recommended that I undergo blood tests, with a list of about 20...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Apple: Blood tests are only used to clarify the cause of the disease. If it's inconvenient, you can wait until the pandemic stabilizes to get tested. However, you should continue to monitor and treat your eyes. Please refer to: https://bit.ly/3hLbfMi. Online responses...[Read More] Is Blood Testing Necessary for Uveitis Management?
Post-Cataract Surgery: Managing Uveitis and Vision Fluctuations
After the second eye examination following cataract surgery, there was an occurrence of iritis, and now the first eye is also inflamed? In March of this year, after undergoing cataract surgery on the left eye, I experienced good results except for some flashes of light. Thirty da...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello, Afu: After cataract surgery, the management of iritis should be based on clinical symptoms, and whether vision will be affected can only be determined through clinical follow-up. If the attending physician believes they cannot manage the case, they should refer you to an a...[Read More] Post-Cataract Surgery: Managing Uveitis and Vision Fluctuations
Understanding Blurry Vision: Is It Steroid Drops or Uveitis?
Uveitis causing vision blurriness? I apologize for extending the question related to <a href="https://adoctor.tw/article/162019">#162019</a>. Since the mydriatic drops were discontinued 3-4 days ago (approximately on 10/21), I have continued to use the stero...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Ivy: The steroid eye drops do not cause blurred vision; it is likely due to the uveitis not being fully resolved. It will take some time for the pupils to constrict, and once they do, your vision should improve as well. In Taiwan, the ophthalmology department at Puzi Hospit...[Read More] Understanding Blurry Vision: Is It Steroid Drops or Uveitis?
Managing Uveitis: Treatment, Complications, and Cataract Concerns
Treatment and Complications (Sequelae) of Iritis Hello Doctor, I have experienced iritis four times this year, approximately once a year, with each episode occurring during the transition from summer to autumn. Since the first episode, the doctor at the clinic requested blood tes...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Qianqian: When iritis is mild, there are usually no significant symptoms. However, when it becomes severe, it can lead to acute glaucoma, causing pain and blurred vision. Cataracts are also a common complication of recurrent iritis that is difficult to avoid. Iritis associa...[Read More] Managing Uveitis: Treatment, Complications, and Cataract Concerns
Can Long-Term Steroid Eye Drops Cause Microvascular Dilation?
Can long-term use of corticosteroid eye drops cause microvascular dilation? Hello Doctor: I would like to ask you about my mother, who has been using steroid eye drops for nearly 8 months due to uveitis. In the later stages, her eyes have become quite red. She has stopped using t...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Jerry: Uveitis can cause redness in the eyes, and mild cases may not always result in blurred vision. It is advisable for your mother to return for a follow-up examination to check for any flare-ups. If necessary, corticosteroids may still be required. The ophthalmology dep...[Read More] Can Long-Term Steroid Eye Drops Cause Microvascular Dilation?
Sudden Increase in Astigmatism: Should You Worry About Keratoconus?
Sudden increase in astigmatism? Dear Doctor, In the past four months (from the end of December last year to the end of April this year), my left eye's astigmatism has increased from 125 degrees (without dilation) to 175 degrees (after dilation). At that time, the doctor men...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello: A 50-degree discrepancy is within a reasonable range and can be monitored. Moreover, the K value represents the condition of the cornea; if it hasn't changed, it indicates that the corneal curvature hasn't changed, which is not characteristic of keratoconus. Addi...[Read More] Sudden Increase in Astigmatism: Should You Worry About Keratoconus?
Persistent Uveitis Symptoms: Seeking Stronger Treatment Options
After more than a week without improvement? Hello, I am currently studying abroad. Two weeks ago, I had a sudden flare-up of iritis, and I have a history of this condition. I brought my own dilating drops and 1% Alcon steroid. When the flare-up lasted for three days without impro...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Dear Ms. Chen, Your vision may be unclear temporarily due to dilated pupils. The pupils will gradually return to normal once the atropine is no longer used. If there is no redness or pain, it should be in the process of resolving. Please continue to follow up with your ophthalmo...[Read More] Persistent Uveitis Symptoms: Seeking Stronger Treatment Options
Understanding Uveitis Treatment: Steroids, Side Effects, and Specialist Care
Treatment issues for iritis? Hello Doctor: I am a patient with ankylosing spondylitis, but I have not experienced any inflammation for over ten years and have not been regularly monitored by a rheumatologist. I have also never had any ocular complications, such as iritis. About t...
Dr. He Jianxian Reply:
1. The use of steroids does not cause floaters. 2. The first-line treatment for iritis is steroids, which are the preferred choice and rarely lead to side effects when used appropriately. 3. Unless the treatment is ineffective, it is not always necessary to go to a large hospital...[Read More] Understanding Uveitis Treatment: Steroids, Side Effects, and Specialist Care
Understanding Recovery Time for Uveitis: What to Expect
About Uveitis Hello, doctor. Thank you very much for your response to my previous question regarding the eye drops for iritis; I found it very helpful! I have another question about iritis that I would like to ask for clarification: Generally speaking, how long does it typically ...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Joo: The duration from the onset of iritis to recovery can vary from several weeks to several months, depending on the severity of the condition. In cases with significant redness and pain, it typically lasts at least a few weeks. Sometimes, even after vision has improved, ...[Read More] Understanding Recovery Time for Uveitis: What to Expect
Understanding the Connection Between Acute Red Eye and Photophobia
Photophobia and conjunctivitis? I'm sorry, I forgot to ask a question. I had a severe case of acute conjunctivitis in March this year, which took about a month to resolve. At its worst, my eyes looked jelly-like, and I could even see blood on the surface. Since I have photop...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Henry: If the red eye condition is simply conjunctivitis, it should not be related to photopsia and has minimal impact on vision. However, if the red eye is caused by iritis or uveitis, it may be related to photopsia and could more significantly affect the vitreous body and...[Read More] Understanding the Connection Between Acute Red Eye and Photophobia
Understanding Peripheral Glare: Is It Related to Uveitis?
Reflection around the visual field? Hello, Dr. Gao. I have been seeing doctors for iritis since high school. In college, due to persistent inflammation, my left eye's pupil became adhesively stuck all around. Later, when I started working, it became inconvenient to visit the...
Dr. Gao Pilin Reply:
Hello Kathy: If you have a history of iritis, you should have your eyes examined immediately if you notice any changes in your vision, as there are many potential causes affecting vision that require clinical diagnosis. If you cannot get an appointment at the uveitis clinic, you ...[Read More] Understanding Peripheral Glare: Is It Related to Uveitis?