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Pediatric Squint Consultation
Squint (Strabismus) is a condition where the eyes do not align properly and point in different directions. This condition is most common in children, but it can occur in adults as well.
Causes
- Congenital Strabismus: Present during the first seven years due to abnormal development of the eye muscles.
- Refractive Error: Significant difference in prescription between the two eyes.
- Neurological Disorders: Conditions like cerebral palsy or brain injury.
- Genetics: Family history of strabismus increases the risk.
Symptoms
- Misalignment of Eyes: One eye looks straight ahead while the other turns in a different direction.
- Double Vision: The brain receives two different visual images.
- Eye Strain: Children may complain of tired eyes or discomfort.
Difficulty with Depth - Perception: Challenges in judging distances.
Treatment Options
- Observation: Regular monitoring to see if the squint improves on its own, particularly in very young children. Sometimes recommended when the squint is mild or intermittent.
- Glasses or Contact Lenses: Corrects refractive errors that may contribute to misalignment of the eyes and often the first line of treatment, especially if the squint is related to issues like farsightedness.
- Prism Lenses: Help reduce or eliminate double vision by altering the way light enters the eye.
- Vision Therapy: A series of exercises designed to improve the coordination and alignment of the eyes.
- Patching: Covers the stronger eye to force the weaker eye to work harder, improving its function and alignment.
- Botulinum Toxin Injections (Botox): Temporarily weaken the muscles that cause the eye misalignment, particularly when the squint is due the nerve or muscle problems
- Surgery: Corrects the alignment of the eyes by adjusting the position or strength of the eye muscles.
Why Choose Eye Consultants
- Our team of pediatric ophthalmologists has extensive experience in diagnosing and treating squint.
- We offer state-of-the-art diagnostic tools and personalized treatment plans.
- Compassionate care tailored to the unique needs of each child and family.
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