Paediatric Eye Problems & Paediatric OphthalmologistsPosted by Parth Shah on January 18th, 2021 Who are Paediatric Ophthalmologists?A Paediatric Opthalmologist is a qualified ophthalmologist (eye surgeon) specialising in children’s eye care. Not all ophthalmologists are comfortable in dealing with children’s eye issues. Paediatric ophthalmologists can assess and treat most eye problems in children. They perform the following assessment concerning children’s eye care:
An experienced paediatric ophthalmologist also performs surgical procedures to treat problems such as blocked tear ducts, paediatric cataract extraction, and eye muscle surgery for strabismus. Signs and Symptoms That May Indicate An Eye Problem in A Child
Diagnosis of Paediatric Eye ProblemsA paediatric opthalmologist perform a thorough examination of your children’s eyes to diagnose and treat specific paediatric eye problems. They can also discuss with you the signs and symptoms to watch out for. Treatment of Paediatric Eye ProblemsThe treatment for paediatric eye problems depends on the cause or underlying condition. Usually, the first line of therapy includes conventional or non-surgical treatments. Eye surgery by an experienced paediatric ophthalmologist such as Dr Parth Shah may also be recommended. Prevention of Paediatric Eye ProblemsAlong with the children’s overall development, there are also milestones for children’s visual development:
Marking these and some other developmental milestones can benefit parents if their child may have a underlying vision problem. It is also important to note that many children with vision problems may not display any obvious eye abnormality and may not complain of having a difficulty with their vision. Children should be taught to take care of their eyes, including avoid eye rubbing and wearing appropriate eye protection for activities such as contact sports. Adult supervision is also a necessity in these situations. Some preventive measures are:
ConclusionUnderstanding the necessity of the early diagnosis and treatment of paediatric eye disease is essential to protect your child’s vision. Dr Parth Shah, an experienced paediatric ophthalmologist in Sydney, has specialised expertise in managing common and complex paediatric eye problems using an evidence-based approach. Like it? Share it!More by this author |