Condition
Paediatric Eye Care
Expert eye care from birth through adolescence.
About this Condition
Children's vision develops rapidly in the first 7–8 years of life. Undetected problems during this period — such as refractive errors, amblyopia, squint, or congenital conditions — can permanently impair vision. Our paediatric ophthalmologist provides complete eye assessments from birth, along with treatment for all common and complex paediatric eye conditions.
Signs & Symptoms
Holding objects very close to the face
Squinting or closing one eye
Head tilting or face turning
Eye rubbing or blinking excessively
White reflex in photos (leukocoria)
Watering or sticky eyes
Sensitivity to light
Causes & Risk Factors
- Refractive errors (myopia, hyperopia, astigmatism)
- Amblyopia (lazy eye) from uncorrected vision or squint
- Congenital cataract or glaucoma
- Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP)
- Blocked tear ducts (neonates)
- Retinoblastoma (eye cancer in children)
Treatment Options
- 1
Age-appropriate refraction under cycloplegia
- 2
Amblyopia treatment (patching or penalisation)
- 3
Glasses and contact lens prescription
- 4
Orthoptic exercises
- 5
ROP screening for premature neonates
- 6
Surgical management for congenital conditions
Frequently Asked Questions
At what age should a child have their first eye exam?
By age 3, or earlier if any visual concern is noted. Newborn screening is done for premature babies and those with family history of retinoblastoma or congenital cataract.
What is amblyopia?
Amblyopia (lazy eye) is reduced vision in one eye due to abnormal visual development. The brain favors the stronger eye. It must be treated before age 7–8 for best results.
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