Effective Treatments for Astigmatism in Young Children
How is astigmatism treated in children? A three-year-old child has a congenital astigmatism of 250 degrees and a vision check of 2.5. How should the astigmatism be treated? Thank you.
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Explanation: It is rare to accurately assess the vision of a three-year-old child, and it is difficult to determine their true visual acuity. A child with simple astigmatism of -2.50 diopters measured a visual acuity of 0.5 (2.5 is too extreme). If there is no strabismus, observa...[Read More] Effective Treatments for Astigmatism in Young Children
Understanding Congenital Optic Nerve Defects in Infants: A Case Study
An eight-month-old baby is unable to move the left eye to the center of the eye socket? I have an eighteen-month-old daughter who kept her left eye closed and was reluctant to open it since birth (the delivery was smooth and natural). After a few days, she naturally opened her ey...
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Explanation: According to your description, this condition may be related to the paralysis of the sixth cranial nerve (possibly diagnosed as Duane syndrome type I). It is recommended to consult an ophthalmologist at a medical center who specializes in strabismus and amblyopia.[Read More] Understanding Congenital Optic Nerve Defects in Infants: A Case Study
Understanding Amblyopia: Common Questions and Essential Tips for Parents
Amblyopia Amblyopia is a condition where vision in one eye does not develop properly, even though the eye itself is healthy. In children, it can often be mild, but they may frequently have difficulty seeing clearly. Here are some common facts about amblyopia: 1. **Early Detectio...
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Amblyopia, also known as "lazy eye," refers to a condition where there are no organic lesions (such as retinal disease), yet visual acuity cannot reach 0.9 or 1.0 even with correction. Amblyopia can be classified into several types: 1. Strabismic amblyopia. 2. Non-strab...[Read More] Understanding Amblyopia: Common Questions and Essential Tips for Parents
Can Astigmatism Be Corrected with Surgery?
Can astigmatism be corrected with surgery? I have astigmatism of 2.50 diopters and myopia of 1.00 diopter in my right eye, and astigmatism of 4.50 diopters and hyperopia of 1.00 diopter in my left eye. Can I correct this with surgery?
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Explanation: There is significant astigmatism, with myopia in the right eye and hyperopia in the left eye. Therefore, it is essential to determine if there is amblyopia. If amblyopia is not present, laser surgery for correction may be possible. It is recommended to discuss this i...[Read More] Can Astigmatism Be Corrected with Surgery?
Understanding Strabismus in Children: Treatment, Surgery, and Recovery
Strabismus in children My son is 7 years old today. He was recently diagnosed with congenital strabismus. I consulted two ophthalmologists, and they had different opinions. 1. Is there a critical period for treating strabismus? 2. What are the potential complications of surgery? ...
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Subject: Strabismus. Explanation: We are pleased that your child does not have associated amblyopia; as long as the surgery is successful, recurrence is generally uncommon. The most common sequelae are residual strabismus due to insufficient correction. Additionally, the occurren...[Read More] Understanding Strabismus in Children: Treatment, Surgery, and Recovery
Understanding Amblyopia: Treatment Options for Young Adults
Amblyopia Dear Doctor: I am 21 years old and have a significant disparity between my two eyes, which has resulted in mild amblyopia in my left eye, along with astigmatism. I cannot clearly see the largest letters on the vision chart, but with correction, my vision can reach 0.8. ...
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Subject: Mild Amblyopia. Explanation: The optimal age for treating amblyopia is before the age of seven; for individuals aged twenty-one, the only method is to prescribe the full corrective prescription including astigmatism, followed by a vision test after wearing the glasses fo...[Read More] Understanding Amblyopia: Treatment Options for Young Adults
Is Long-Lasting Atropine Suitable for 8-Year-Olds with Astigmatism?
Long-acting nebulized agents Hello Dr. Huang: I would like to ask about an 8-year-old girl who has astigmatism of 250 degrees in both eyes. Is it appropriate to use long-acting atropine drops? If not, why?
Dr. Huang Bozhen Reply:
Subject: Explanation of Mydriatics for Astigmatism: Mydriatics can be used for myopic astigmatism if there is no amblyopia; otherwise, further examination is required to provide appropriate management.[Read More] Is Long-Lasting Atropine Suitable for 8-Year-Olds with Astigmatism?
Treatment Options for Severe Hyperopia in Adults
Is there a treatment method for myopia? Hello, Doctor: I would like to ask a question. My mother has developed a high degree of hyperopia due to neglect from family during her childhood. When she went to the clinic for an examination, the results indicated that her hyperopia is s...
Dr. Zhang Yuanze Reply:
Chan: Hello, based on your description, your mother has hyperopia "over several thousand diopters." This condition can easily lead to amblyopia, which means her vision cannot reach the standard of normal individuals. Additionally, wearing glasses with such a high prescr...[Read More] Treatment Options for Severe Hyperopia in Adults
Understanding and Treating Abnormal NTU Stereopsis in Children
How to treat? Dear Doctor: I am a first-grade elementary school student. During the school's vision screening, the NTU stereopsis test showed abnormal results (repeated tests did not pass); however, my unaided vision is 1.01. What treatment should I pursue, and how long will...
Dr. Zhang Yuanze Reply:
Hello, child. Your unaided vision is 1.0, but the NTU test showed abnormalities, which may indicate strabismus and a lack of fusion ability. As a result, even though your vision is 1.0, the NTU test is abnormal. This situation often occurs with small-angle strabismus. It is recom...[Read More] Understanding and Treating Abnormal NTU Stereopsis in Children
Understanding Amblyopia: What Parents Need to Know About Vision Issues
What is amblyopia? Hello, Doctor: I have a question I would like to ask you, which is what is amblyopia? Recently, my child underwent a vision screening at school, and it was discovered that he has strabismus. The school advised that it would be best to take him to see a doctor, ...
Dr. Zhang Yuanze Reply:
Ms. You: Hello, amblyopia is a condition where visual acuity remains below 0.8 even after corrective measures. It typically occurs in children who have hyperopia or astigmatism, and when there is a significant difference in refractive error between the two eyes, one eye focuses c...[Read More] Understanding Amblyopia: What Parents Need to Know About Vision Issues