There can be a variety of reasons for deterioration of vision years after a laser surgery was done for the eyes. It is best to see an eye specialist for a detailed eye evaluation in order to understand the cause of deterioration of vision. As individual treatment recommendations are entirely based on the assessment, it is not possible to provide specific details of the surgical treatment option and its effectiveness.
I see floating black spots in my vision recently and feel like my eyesight is deteriorating. I am farsighted and 48 years old this year. The spots bother me a lot. Is this a normal condition for someone my age?
Floating black spots in the vision can occur because of a variety of reasons. If the symptoms have appeared recently and the eyesight appears to be deteriorating, you are strongly recommended to have a detailed eye and retinal examination at the earliest. Floating black spots can be experienced by individuals of different age groups depending on the cause of the symptom. It is best to consult an eye specialist to understand the cause of the symptom in your case.
Hello. My mother had cataract surgery two months ago. Now, why do her eyes always discharge a yellowish wax? We have to wipe her eyes regularly. Is this a sign of a problem?
Yellowish discharge from the eye could indicate eye infection. Your mother may need antibiotic eye drops if she has infection. It is best to see your doctor to rule out eye infection at the earliest.
What is the most effective treatment for glaucoma? Is it laser therapy or surgery?
Glaucoma is effectively treated with glaucoma medications/ laser therapy/ surgery or a combination of these options. The choice of the most appropriate treatment may vary for each individual based on the stage of disease, severity of disease, age of individual and type of glaucoma. It is best to have a detailed discussion about the most appropriate treatment option with your eye specialist.
I have ocular hypertension, above 23 mm Hg. Sometimes this gives me a severe headache. Could this lead to nerve damage?
If you have been diagnosed to have ocular hypertension, it is very important to monitor the health of the nerve of the eye (optic nerve) and assess the peripheral vision (peripheral visual field) regularly. There is certainly a risk of nerve damage but this risk varies for each individual. Some of the risk factors for damage to the optic nerve are a strong family history of glaucoma, very high eye pressures and thin corneas. In such cases it is important to reduce the eye pressure with appropriate medication.
My daughter is 19 years old and her degree is quite high at 700. She has been asking to go for LASIK surgery. Would you recommend she goes for it at her age or should she wait till she's older?
The primary requirement for considering LASIK surgery to correct your daughter’s eye degree is that her eye degree should be stable at least for the past 6months to a year. If her degree is stable with no significant changes at her present age, she will have to undergo a detailed eye check to assess the cornea and the retina before she can be considered for a LASIK surgery.
How do we check for retinal detachment? I am 73 years old and I am now worried about my eye condition. I see flashes of light and my vision has become worse. I also feel pain. Does retinal detachment come with pain?
Retinal detachment can only be confirmed after a detailed eye examination of the eyes using eyedrops to dilate the pupils. If you have experienced flashes of light and a drop in your vision, it is important that you see an ophthalmologist at the earliest as these can be symptoms of a retinal tear/ detachment and this may need urgent medical attention. Pain is not a symptom associated with retinal detachment. The pain could be due to other causes which can be ruled out during the eye examination.
Doctor, at the end of the day, I always have throbbing pain in my temples and sore eyes. When I close them, the pain increases. It happens every day. Does it mean my eyes are tired? How do I relieve this pain?
Your symptoms suggest that you have eye strain. It is likely that this is related to fatigue due to a variety of causes. You can try giving your eyes rest at regular intervals if you tend to use digital gadgets for prolonged periods of time. You can also get your eye degree checked to ensure it is corrected as necessary. Lubricating eyedrops may help to reduce some of the discomfort and pain. Despite all of this if your symptoms persist, it is best to get a detailed eye check done.
I am undergoing treatment for my glaucoma. Is there any activity I should avoid or do carefully to prevent more damage? I heard that some exercises like yoga, could be dangerous. Is that true?
You should avoid activities that have a risk of increasing your eye pressure. These include exercises which involve a head down posture for prolonged periods of time. Activities such as deep sea diving, snorkelling and bungee jumping are associated with significant eye pressure changes and should be discussed with your doctor. If you have undergone filtering surgery for glaucoma, activities such as swimming, snorkelling and deep sea diving are best avoided.
I get sufficient sleep but my eyes seem to be constantly irritated. The whites of my eyes are often red and the veins are visible. I also feel a throbbing pain in the back of my neck. Is this a common irritation or should I be worried that it’s something more serious?
Your symptoms could be due to tired eyes. This can be a sign of eye dryness and needs further evaluation by an ophthalmologist.
The pain at the back of the neck can commonly occur due to postural issues and neck strain. This is best evaluated by an orthopaedic doctor.