Ophthalmology Common Diseases Interview Guide

Common Ophthalmological Diseases - Chinese-English Reference

Common Interview Questions

Initial Assessment

• "What brings you to the clinic today?"
• "How long have you been experiencing these symptoms?"
• "Can you describe the problem with your eyes?"
• "Is the problem in one eye or both eyes?"
• "Have you had any previous eye problems or surgeries?"

Detailed Symptom Inquiry

• "Do you experience blurred vision?"
• "Are you seeing double images?"
• "Do you have any eye pain or discomfort?"
• "How would you describe the pain? (Sharp, dull, throbbing, etc.)"
• "Do you have sensitivity to light?"
• "Are your eyes red or swollen?"
• "Do you have any discharge from your eyes?"
• "Do you feel like there's something in your eye?"
• "Do you have difficulty seeing at night?"
• "Have you noticed floaters or flashes of light?"
• "Do you have headaches associated with your eye problems?"

Medical History

• "Do you wear glasses or contact lenses?"
• "What is your current prescription?"
• "How often do you use digital devices?"
• "Do you have any medical conditions? (Diabetes, hypertension, etc.)"
• "Are you taking any medications?"
• "Do you have a family history of eye diseases?"

Common Doctor Expressions

Diagnostic Statements

• "Based on your symptoms, you may have..."
• "Your examination shows signs of..."
• "This appears to be a case of..."
• "I need to perform some tests to confirm the diagnosis."

Examination Guidance

• "Please look straight ahead."
• "Follow my finger with your eyes."
• "Keep your eyes open as wide as possible."
• "Blink normally while I examine your eye."
• "This light might be bright, but it won't hurt you."

Treatment Recommendations

• "I recommend using these eye drops four times a day."
• "You should avoid rubbing your eyes."
• "Wear sunglasses when outdoors."
• "Take breaks from screen time every 20 minutes."
• "We'll need to schedule a follow-up appointment in two weeks."
• "If you experience severe pain or sudden vision loss, seek immediate medical attention."

Common Patient Expressions

Symptom Description

• "My vision has been getting blurry lately."
• "I feel a burning sensation in my eyes."
• "It's difficult for me to focus on close objects."
• "My eyes feel dry and itchy all the time."
• "I see floaters that move when I look around."
• "Night driving has become challenging for me."

Questions for Doctor

• "What is causing my symptoms?"
• "How long will the treatment take?"
• "Are there any side effects to the medication?"
• "Can this condition be cured completely?"
• "What can I do to prevent it from getting worse?"
• "When should I come back for a follow-up?"

Common Dialogue Examples

Myopia Consultation

Dry Eye Syndrome Consultation

Conjunctivitis Consultation

Professional Examination Terms

• Visual Acuity Test (视力检查)
• Slit Lamp Examination (裂隙灯检查)
• Tonometry (眼压测量)
• Fundus Examination (眼底检查)
• Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT, 光学相干断层扫描)
• Fluorescein Angiography (荧光素血管造影)
• Visual Field Test (视野检查)
• Corneal Topography (角膜地形图)
• Pachymetry (角膜厚度测量)

Medication Instructions

• "Apply one drop in the affected eye(s) three times daily."
• "Wash your hands before using the eye drops."
• "Tilt your head back and pull down your lower eyelid."
• "Avoid touching the tip of the dropper to your eye."
• "Wait 5 minutes between different eye medications."
• "Do not wear contact lenses while using this medication."
• "Store the eye drops in the refrigerator."
• "The medication may cause temporary stinging or blurred vision."

Important Notes

• Always wash hands before and after eye examinations or treatments
• Never share eye drops or contact lenses with others
• Follow the prescribed dosage and schedule strictly
• Attend all follow-up appointments
• Report any severe side effects immediately
• Protect your eyes from UV exposure
• Take regular breaks during prolonged screen use

Emergency Situations