What is the name of my child’s vision problem?
- When should we make another appointment?
- Is there anything to watch out for in between appointments?
- Should I call when I see something unusual?
- Will my child need glasses for the rest of his/her life?
- How and when should my child wear the glasses?
- Will the strength of the prescription continue to increase?
- Is there any vision therapy that may help my child?
Vision issues are relatively common in young children. Unfortunately, children who can’t see well usually do not know they are not seeing “normally.” They think everybody sees as they do.
Signs of visual problems may include:
- Eyes not lining up
- Eyes moving quickly back and forth
- Eyes not tracking moving objects
- Squinting or tilting of the head
- Sitting too close to the television
- Holding an electronic device, (e.g. SmartPhone, tablet) too close to their eyes
- Bumping into objects often