Strabismus is a condition where the eyes do not properly align with each other, often referred to as ""crossed eyes.""
Excellent academic performance is generally not a symptom of vision problems, whereas squinting, headaches, and sitting close to the TV can indicate issues.
Astigmatism occurs when the cornea has an irregular shape, causing blurred or distorted vision.
Myopia (nearsightedness) is a common refractive error in children where distant objects appear blurry.
The AOA recommends that infants have their first comprehensive eye examination at 6 months of age to detect any potential vision problems early.
Prolonged near work, such as reading, has been associated with an increased risk of developing myopia in children.
Amblyopia, commonly known as lazy eye, is a developmental problem in the brain, not the eye itself, resulting in poor vision in one eye.
Patching the stronger eye is a common treatment for amblyopia to force the brain to use the weaker eye, thereby strengthening it.
Vision therapy is used to enhance the visual system, improving skills such as eye tracking, focusing, and coordination.
The Snellen chart is a common tool used to measure visual acuity, where the child reads letters or symbols from a distance.
The AOA recommends that school-aged children without vision problems have their eyes examined every two years to monitor and maintain eye health.