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Getting an eye exam doesn't significantly affect your eyesight—your vision may be slightly blurred. The main concern is that dilation affects every person differently, but driving can be difficult if you have other eye conditions (such as glaucoma) or will be driving in poor weather. Discuss these risk factors with your eye doctor if you're concerned or have questions.

Myopia, also known as nearsightedness, is an eye condition where you can see objects that are close to you but not objects that are far away. For example, your child might be able to see the schoolwork on their desk with no issue, yet they may have problems seeing the board if they sit further away. In contrast, progressive myopia is a type of myopia that gradually gets worse year by year. If left untreated, progressive myopia can become high myopia. High myopia is severe nearsightedness that may lead to other eye conditions, such as glaucoma, retinal detachment, and macular degeneration.

Neuro-ophthalmologists specialize in visual problems related to the nervous system, which includes a loss of sight due to injury, inflammation, strokes, tumors, and infections. They also treat patients with misalignment who have trouble with their eyesight. Some examples of treatments include prism lenses or surgery.

Optometrists diagnose, treat, and work with a patient's eyes. Ophthalmologists also do so but are licensed to perform surgery and practice medicine. They receive more education and training than an optometrist.

1. Wash your hands. 2. Clean your child’s eyes with a warm washcloth. 3. Tilt your child’s head back or have them lie down. 4. Apply a thin layer of ointment along your child’s inner eye. 5. Have them close or blink their eyes for a few minutes to allow the ointment to set in. 6. Clean the tip of the ointment tube and close the tube immediately. 7. Record the time you gave your child medication, if you need to keep a log.

The most common cause of excess blinking includes: - Issues with the cornea. This could mean corneal scrapes, dry eye, ingrown eyelashes, allergies, or pink eye. - Tics. These are repetitive body movements. Frequent blinking is one sign. Your child usually outgrows tics. - Glasses or contacts needed. Your child might blink more often if they can’t see as well as they should. - Crossed eyes. If you’re concerned about your child’s excessive blinking, see your pediatric ophthalmologist today.

Your child’s eyes can be bloodshot for a number of reasons, including: - Allergies from dust or pollen. Keep your child indoors if so. - Dry air. Use a humidifier if the dry air is inside. - Excess sun exposure. Have your child use sunglasses when they go outside. If their symptoms don’t subside after using these remedies, it’s time to see a pediatric ophthalmologist.

A stye is a common infection that children encounter. It appears in the form of a red bump or swelling near the rim of the upper or lower eyelid. Here’s what you can do to treat it: - Avoid touching the stye as the infection can get worse if you introduce more bacteria. - Place a warm compress over your child’s eyes about three to four times a day. - If the stye does not get better in four to six weeks, go to a pediatric ophthalmologist. They may prescribe antibiotic drops or ointment.

When your child’s eyes are red and irritated, it may be due to a number of reasons. These reasons include rubbing, lack of sleep, excessive screen time, chlorine in pools, smoke exposure, or disease. Seek medical care immediately if your child presents with the following symptoms: - Eyelid(s) are very red or swelling. - Constant tears and blinking. - Moderate to severe pain or discomfort in the eye. - Sensitive to light. - Fever (in babies less than 12 weeks old).

Most children do outgrow astigmatism as they get older. However, be sure to keep track of your child’s astigmatism symptoms. If their symptoms get worse, seek a pediatric ophthalmologist for help.

Your child may cross their eyes due to a condition called strabismus, which refers to a misalignment of the eyes. Parents and guardians should consult a doctor if their child's eyes wander or cross. This is normal in the first few months of life, but by the time a baby is four to six months old, the eyes should straighten out.

Your child might have some sort of allergy that makes their eyes watery and itchy. Use a wet cloth to clean the eyes of any allergens, such as pollen, and place a cold wet cloth over their eyes to soothe the itching. You might also consider eye drops for allergies — ask your pharmacist or pediatric ophthalmologist what type of drops they suggest.

First, keep your child home from school to prevent them from spreading pink eye to their classmates. Your next step is to take your child to a pediatrician or pediatric ophthalmologist to determine the right treatment. They may prescribe antibiotic drops to treat the infection.

Early detection of eye problems can prevent vision loss. This is why it is important to have your child's first eye examination as early as possible. Up to 10% of preschoolers and 25% of school-aged kids have vision problems, so it's crucial to detect the first signs in order to prevent long-term vision loss.

Dilating your child’s pupils allows them to check for certain eye conditions, such as: - Glaucoma - Cataracts - Eye tumors - Detached retinas

School-aged children should get an eye exam every two years, if they don’t need any vision corrections. If your child does need glasses or contact lenses, they should get a comprehensive eye exam every year.

Yes. Color blindness can be diagnosed with a simple vision test. Most eye doctors include tests for color blindness in their routine exams.

You should take your child to the eye doctor for the first time when they are 6 months old. If you know you have a family history of eye issues, you may want to take your child to the eye doctor even earlier.

Your child should see a pediatric ophthalmologist for their regular eye exams and if they have the following warning symptoms: - Watery eyes that persist - Frequent eye rubbing when your child is not sleepy - Light sensitivity - Persistent redness - Frequent squinting - Drooping or bulging eyelids - Pus in the eyes - Crossed eyes - Frequent head tilting

Pediatric glaucoma can cause blindness, yes. When the pressure in your eye is very high, the optic nerve may be damaged leading to vision loss or blindness. It is important to consult with a pediatric ophthalmologist who specializes in this condition as quickly as possible.

Patients should seek the care of an ophthalmologist. It is important that children with eye infections are treated early, before their condition becomes severe. Patients should be seen within 24 hours of the symptoms appearing to save their sight and prevent damage.

Yes, cataract eye surgery can be performed on children. The main restriction for many diseases like cataracts is the age of the patient. The age at which a child is allowed to undergo this kind of surgery depends on their condition and eyesight.

It's not a common symptom in children, so it's usually considered to be a sign that something is wrong. Double vision can help doctors diagnose and treat a range of problems, from concussions to aneurysms and strokes.

A refractive error means that the light is not bending properly when it passes through the lens of your eye. The test will let your doctor know what prescription lens you should use and what your particular conditions are.