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PAEDIATRIC AND SQUINT / REFRACTIVE ERROR

Eyes that wander, vision problems, eye infections, and eye injuries all are common among children. You can help protect your child's sight by watching for warning signs and taking your child to a doctor at the first sign of a problem.

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SIGNS TO LOOK FOR

Children’s eye change rapidly, and problem can occur at any age. That’s why it is important to observe your child’s eyes and to pay attention to how your child acts and what he or she says.

How Your Child's Eyes Appear:

Anything unusually in the way your child's eyes appear can be a sign of a problem. Watch for the following

  • Eye that cross or one eye that turns in or out, or up or down.
  • One eye that seems different in some way, such as larger or smaller pupil.
  • Eyes that look crusty, swollen bloodshot or red-rimmed.
  • Any discharge, bleeding, or red bumps on the eyelids.
  • A pupil that shows a white rather than a red reflection in a color photograph.

What Your Child Says:

Unusual behavior can sometimes be a sign of an eye problem. Watch your child for any of the following warning signs:

  • Closing one or turning or tilting to see things. Squinting to see things in the distance.
  • Not seeing things you point out.
  • Consistently holding objects close to the face or sitting very close to the TV ( most children do this sometimes).
  • Blinking or rubbing one eye lot.
  • Running into objects or falling down at night or in places that aren’t well lit.

What Your Child Says:

Once your child is school age, he or she may be able to tell you about eye problems. Listen for mention of the following:

  • Not seeing the chalkboard at school.
  • Things looking blurry or fuzzy.
  • Getting hit in the eye, or getting something in the eye, or getting something in the eye.
  • One or both eye hurting, or pain in or around one or both eye.
  • Light making the eyes hurt.

Headaches and Dyslexia:

Headaches and Dyslexia (an ability to recognise letters and words) usually are not caused by eye conditions. However, if either is a problem, your child should have an eye exam to rule out eye co ordination or vison problem.

When You See A Problem:

Childhood eye problem don’t go away on their own, but most won’t damage sight if treated early. Take your child to an eye doctor or to your pediatrician or family doctor as soon as you spot a problem, your family doctor can check your child’s eyes at any age.

Preparing Your Child for an Eye Exam:

Your child may be afraid of an eye exam and may not cooperate. You can help be telling your child what to expect:

  • There won’t be any shots.
  • The doctor may put drops in your eyes. The drops may sting for a few seconds, and your vision may get a little blurry, but this will go away shortly.
  • The doctor shines a light in your eyes to see inside them.
  • The doctor asks you to name pictures or letters or point to things. You may wear special glasses or sit at a big machine.

Your Role:

Pay attention to your child’s eyes and behavior. Call the doctor if you notice a problem or if your child complains. Have your child’s eyes checked at 6 months, 3 years, 5 years and at least once between the ages of 7 and 18. Correcting vision problems early is the best way to protect your child’s sight.

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REFRACTIVE ERRORS

A refractive error is a very common eye disorder. It occurs when the eye cannot clearly focus the images from the outside world. The result of refractive errors is blurred vision, which is sometimes so severe that It causes visual impairment.
The Protec 2000 Autorefactometer gives an accurate spectacle power which is reconfirmed by the doctor based on patient satisfaction. Children especially are given special attention since neglected errors can later lead to lazy eye or squint. Cycloplegic agents are frequently used to more accurately determine the amount of refractive error, particularly in children.
The Protec 2000 Autorefactometer gives an accurate spectacle power which is reconfirmed by the doctor based on patient satisfaction. Children especially are given special attention since neglected errors can later lead to lazy eye or squint. Cycloplegic agents are frequently used to more accurately determine the amount of refractive error, particularly in children.

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TYPES OF PROBLEMS

Wandering Eye :

Sometimes a child's eyes don't work together as they should. One eye may be "lazy" or wander in or out, or up or down (strabismus). Then the brain receives a different image from each eye. The brain may switch back and forth between the two images, or it may turn off one image. If it turns off one image, the child stops using that eye (amblyopia). One eye may wander all the time or only when your child is tired, ill, or looking at nearby objects. Infants' eyes normally wander, but if one eye shows signs of wandering past the age of 2 or 3 months, your child needs eye care. Treatment may involve patching, eye drops, glasses or surgery.

Vision Problems :

Sometimes a child can’t see objects that are far away (nearsightedness) or objects that are close up (farsightedness). A child can even be so farsighted that both nearby and distant objects are fuzzy, if the font of the child’s eye is irregularly curved (astigmatism) , objects look blurry at all distances. However, these common childhood vision problems can almost always be corrected with glasses or contact lenses. In some cases, vision problem can lead to amblyopia if not corrected.

Infections and Injuries:

Eye infections and injuries are common in children. Viral and bacterial infections are spread quickly through classrooms and daycare centers. Children can also be hit in the eye or get dirt and other object in their eyes. Eye infections and injuries need to be treated promptly, as some can cause permanent damage to the eye.


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