If your child is preterm, you need to know about retinopathy of prematurity. This eye condition affects half of all premature babies and can lead to blindness. Here’s what you need to know about this pediatric eye disease.
Nov 1st, 2019
If your child is preterm, you need to know about retinopathy of prematurity. This eye condition affects half of all premature babies and can lead to blindness. Here’s what you need to know about this pediatric eye disease.
It may be the most common cause of visual impairment among young children, but lazy eye can almost always be corrected when it’s caught early and addressed promptly. Here’s how it’s treated.
Viral conjunctivitis may be as contagious as the common cold, but it’s also relatively easy to contain. Find out what you can do to stop the spread of pink eye in your household when one of your children catches it and brings it home.
It can be hard to know when your child needs glasses. But, there are clues that can show your child may have vision problems. Read on to learn the signs.
Ptosis occurs when the upper eyelid droops lower than normal, sometimes covering part of the pupil and blocking vision. Find out what causes ptosis and why early treatment can be so important.
Has your child developed an unsightly stye? An eye stye usually goes away on its own. But, if it doesn’t, find out what treatment options are available to help heal your child’s eye infection.
Having to undergo eye surgery can be scary, especially for young patients who don’t know what to expect. Here’s what you can do to ensure your child feels as calm, relaxed, and in control as possible before their procedure.