Eye Problems Signs Symptoms That Shouldn't Be Ignored By Parents

It is often seen that despite our best efforts, children tend to get eye problems. While some signs are not that serious, others could be concerning. When it comes to child’s eyes, ensure that you schedule a visit to the doctor once in a year to ensure that everything is fine with the child’s eyes. Here are some of the symptoms for which you need to take doctor’s advice.

Eye Problem Symptoms That Require Doctor’s Intervention:

If you observe any of these signs in your child then it is advisable to notify the doctor within the week, you noticed the signs.

1. Tearing, Discharge or Redness - Infection or Tear Duct Blockage
2. Eyes turned Inward or Outward - Could lead to loss of vision
3. Dancing Eyes - A sign of nervous system disease
4. Low Birth Weight at birth - Severe damage can occur to the retina

Eye Problem Symptoms that Require Immediate Attention:

There are certain symptoms that require immediate eye-specialist medical intervention and they include signs mentioned below.

1. White Reflex - Cataract, Tumor, Inflammation Or Detached Retina
2. Lumps, Swelling, Drooping Lid - Muscle Weakness Or Tumor causing blockage
3. Large Cornea – Glaucoma

Eye Symptoms that Need to Consult with your Child’s Eye doctor:

These are some of the symptoms that your child may be displayed but not that often. However, it is still advisable to make a note of these signs and share them with your doctor for a thorough investigation.

1. Head tilted - Indication child is avoiding double vision
2. Squeezing of eyes - Due to refractive error especially astigmatism
3. Redness or Rubbing of Eyes - Indicator of allergy
4. Pupil Defect - If part of the iris is missing, it could signal a defect inside the eye
5. Unequal Pupils - A sign of Nerve damage or Tumor

Disclaimer: Dr. Rasheena Bansal is a Paediatric Ophthalmology & Squint Specialist. She practices in New Delhi.