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— Children's ophthalmology

Amblyopia

Amblyopia, or "lazy eye", occurs when one eye is less able to participate in the visual process. The best results are provided by early diagnosis and systematic control by a pediatric ophthalmologist.

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Treatment of amblyopia in children and adults at Medicenter

- Signs

When needed review

A child cannot always explain that he sees worse in one eye.

  • the child squints or closes one eye
  • strabismus or suspicion of it
  • different visual acuity between the eyes
  • rapid fatigue when reading
  • difficulties with orientation or learning
  • scheduled inspection before school

— Treatment

What is important start on time

Amblyopia requires regularity and dynamic control.

Possible steps

  • accurate selection of glasses
  • treatment or control of strabismus
  • occlusive therapy as prescribed
  • hardware or home exercises as indicated
  • regular check-ups

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