Children’s Eye Treatment and Surgery
If the paediatrician requests that the child be seen by a pediatric ophthalmologist, this is not an indication that there is a serious problem. The child may be complaining about a simple symptom, but ignore it and things can go wrong. In this case, we recommend that you visit an eye clinic for an eye examination and a general evaluation of visual acuity and reassurance.
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Children’s Eye Treatment and Surgery
If the paediatrician requests that the child be seen by a pediatric ophthalmologist, this is not an indication that there is a serious problem. The child may be complaining about a simple symptom, but ignore it and things can go wrong. In this case, we recommend that you visit an eye clinic for an eye examination and a general evaluation of visual acuity and reassurance.
On your visit to Batal Complex, you will find an eye clinic that specializes in treating and treating children’s eyes, starting from the treatment of eye inflammation, minor eye deviation, and redness of the eye in children, to the most serious symptoms.
Treating an eye infection at home
Eye inflammation often occurs as a result of infection, and this is why it is more prevalent among children due to their lack of awareness of the importance of sterilization and hand washing. In many cases, treating a child’s eye infection at home is effective and gives good results. However, it is always recommended that you consult a pediatric ophthalmologist or an ophthalmologist before using home remedies.
Saline solution
The saline solution is one of the most effective eyes inflammation treatments and it is similar in structure and function to natural tears that clean the eye, and it also contains anti-microbial materials.
Tea bags
Putting cold tea compresses on the eyelid helps to relax and calm the muscles, and it is an effective home remedy in treating eye inflammation in children because some types of tea have nerve-soothing and anti-inflammatory properties, such as green, black, and chamomile tea.
Warm and cold compresses
The American Academy of Ophthalmology suggests using warm eye compresses as an effective home remedy for soothing an eye infection when using a clean washcloth and warm water not too hot so as not to harm the eye. Cold compresses also help soothe the affected eye, but it is advised not to apply ice or cold water directly to the eye.
Honey
It is scientifically proven that honey contains antibacterial and antimicrobial properties, and studies have found that honey has been an effective treatment for keratitis and dry eyes. However, it should be noted here that honey did not help completely eliminate the infection, and you should also not put honey directly in the eyes.
In general, it should be borne in mind that it is true that treating an eye infection at home may help reduce swelling and inflammation, but you will need:
Medical advice should be sought to determine the cause of the infection and treat it if inflammation persists.
Children’s eye treatment and surgery
Factors that help improve the child’s eyesight without going to an eye clinic
Playinh in open outdoor areas is beneficial to the health of the body in general, and recent studies have shown several facts linking play outside with the health of children’s eyes, including:
- Playing outside helps reduce the chance that the child will need corrective lenses.
- Reducing every extra hour a child spends outdoors can reduce the risk of vision loss by 2%.
- Children who spend more time outdoors have fewer vision problems than children who do not spend enough time.
- The American Ophthalmological Association recommends that children play outdoors, and activities such as climbing and running help a lot with eye coordination, vision enhancement, and mild ocular deviation in children.
- Sunlight is a good way to improve poor eyesight, but it is essential to protect your child’s eyes from UV rays.If these methods do not work or the problem is greater, it is preferable to visit an eye clinic and consult a pediatric ophthalmologist in order to examine the eyes and determine whether there is a need for prescription glasses or corrective surgery.
When should a child go to an eye clinic?
Batal Specialist Center recommends routine eye examinations for children in a number of cases:
- Newborn babies should be examined by eye.
- Close checks are recommended for early-born babies.
- It is preferable to have a routine examination for all children in the first year of life to check on the health of the eyes.
- Eye exams and exams are preferred for all 3-year-olds.
- You must adhere to regular follow-up if the child suffers from an underlying vision problem.
- If the child wears glasses, we recommend that he go to a pediatric ophthalmologist or an eye clinic every year to monitor the difference in the measurement of vision with growth.
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Dr. Ahmed Al-Batal is the Senior Consultant and Head of Batal Specialized Medical Complex. He is one of the leading experts in strabismus surgery and pediatric eye diseases, with a strong reputation across Saudi Arabia, the Gulf region, and the Arab world. He treats a large number of patients from different regions, providing specialized care and effective treatment with the highest standards.
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