Be sure before sharing FACTSHEET: Eye disease problems in children

Bangkok: What are some eye problems or abnormal eye conditions that occur in children? And how can we prevent or treat it? Here are some facts and advice from experts. Sure Before Sharing Center, check with Professor Wutthikun Dr. Sakchai Wongsakittirak. Academic Chair Royal College of Ophthalmologists of Thailand What are the eye disease problems in children? Eye disease in children in the first stage of life (infancy - before starting to walk ) -Eye disease that is abnormal from birth Most are abnormal from the eye muscles. Therefore, parents must keep an eye out for the condition of the lower edge of the upper eyelid. lower than normal position Or come down and cover the eyes more dark than usual? -Retinal abnormalities One cause is abnormalities from premature birth. Eye disease in children, age 2 (approximately 3-12 years old) - Strabismus and strabismus can be caused by many factors, such as the effects of abnormal vision. Not receiving proper treatment Children with farsightedness There will be focus when using the eyes. There will be a condition of turning the eyes inwards as a result. For children with nearsightedness or astigmatism In addition, another cause that may cause strabismus is due to an imbalance of the muscles controlling both eyes. -Irregular vision Currently, it is found that children in early childhood are having abnormal vision. The cause is genetics. And the behavior of people using their eyes today has changed. -Lazy eye, if your eyesight is abnormal and does not receive proper treatment or correction. It is one of the causes of lazy eyes. -The two eyes see differently. It is a condition in which the child uses only one eye all the time. When both eyes look at the same object But the images seen by each eye are different in size or shape. This makes the brain unable to combine the images coming from both eyes. Resulting in various symptoms Eye disease in children, age 3 (approximately 10 years old and up) -Irregular vision (nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism) -acc ident The problem of eye disease in children It requires the care and observation of parents. Because some eye problems may not be clearly expressed. which affects development children's learning Therefore, it is important to pay attention to regular eye health examinations. Source: Thai News Agency