Paediatric Opthalmology

The clinic is equipped with state-of-the-art facilities, including orthoptic equipment, portable slit lamp, non-contact tonometry, synoptophore, and the option for examining uncooperative children under general anaesthesia.

When Should Parents Be Concerned About Their Child’s Eye Health?

Parents should be vigilant for signs of potential eye problems in children, including:

• Eye discomfort that may cause persistent squinting or rubbing.
• Chronic eye issues that may cause tearing or redness.
• Headaches, difficulty in school
• Avoidance of visual tasks
• Holding objects close
• Misalignment of eyes
• Sensitivity to light
• Abnormal eye movement
• White pupil that may indicate potential vision problems.

Here Are The Most Common Childhood Eye Problems

The most prevalent eye issues among children include:

Refractive Errors : When it comes to refractive errors, there are a few common types to be aware of. Nearsightedness, or (Myopia) can make it difficult to see distant objects. Farsightedness, or (Hyperopia) can make it hard to focus on close-up objects. Astigmatism, on the other hand, can cause blurred or distorted vision due to an irregularly shaped cornea or lens.

Amblyopia : Amblyopia, also known as "lazy eye," is a condition that causes reduced vision in one eye due to insufficient visual stimulation during critical developmental stages.

Strabismus (Crossed Eyes) : A condition where the eyes are misaligned, affecting their ability to coordinate and work together.

Conjunctivitis (Pink Eye) : A highly prevalent condition that involves inflammation of the conjunctiva. It causes redness, itching, and discharge in the affected eye.

Blocked Tear Ducts : Excessive tearing and discharge can be caused by an obstruction in the tear ducts.

Childhood Cataracts : Clouding of the eye's lens is a common condition that can lead to impaired vision.

PTOSIS (Drooping Eyelid) : This condition may cause a partial or complete obstruction of your vision because of the drooping of the upper eyelid.

Retinoblastoma : A rare but serious type of eye cancer that typically affects young children.

Allergic Conjunctivitis : A common condition characterized by eye irritation and redness caused by allergies.

Injuries : Blunt, perforating, retained foreign body, chemical, and thermal injuries are common and need immediate attention. Early treatment can save a child's eyesight.