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What is Child Eye Health?

Child eye health is the process of monitoring and protecting children's eye health to protect and improve their vision. Regular eye examinations, early diagnosis and treatment of vision disorders play an important role in this process. Problems such as amblyopia, strabismus and myopia are common in children. Early intervention helps prevent future vision problems.

Children's Eye Health Problems

Children's eye health is very important for school success. Eye problems that occur at an early age can negatively affect the child's overall development. Therefore, it is useful to know some common eye problems.

Strabismus

It is a condition where the eyes are not aligned and look in different directions.

Lazy Eye

It is a condition that occurs when one eye is less developed than the other and is not used enough.

Refractive Errors

Myopia, hyperopia and astigmatism cause blurred vision or unclear vision problems.

Eye Infections

Infections such as conjunctivitis can cause eye redness, watering and itching.

Tear Duct Obstruction

It is a congenital condition that causes constant watering and crusting in the eyes.

Color Blindness

It is the condition where the ability to distinguish colors is missing or weak.

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Preventing Child Eye Health Problems

Children's eye health is very important for the protection of their vision. Healthy vision makes important contributions to the child's development. Therefore, some important measures should be taken to prevent eye health problems in children.

Routine Eye Exams

Regular eye examinations are essential for early diagnosis and treatment, thus preventing permanent vision loss.

Pay Attention to Eye Hygiene

Children should wash their hands frequently and avoid touching their eyes with dirty hands. This can help prevent eye infections and irritation.

Limit Screen Time

Children should limit the time they use digital screens and give their eyes a rest every 20 minutes. Looking at the screen for long periods of time causes eye fatigue and myopia in the future.

Balanced diet

Consuming foods rich in vitamins A, C and E and omega-3 fatty acids supports eye health. Carrots, fish and green leafy vegetables are important in this regard.

Protecting Eyes from Harmful Light

Wearing UV-protective sunglasses on children in sunny weather protects their eyes from harmful UV rays. This precaution can reduce eye problems that may occur in later ages.

Promoting Physical Activity

Spending time outdoors is beneficial for eye health. It also prevents the development of myopia. Parents should encourage children to play outside.

Reading Habits

Reading under adequate lighting and in appropriate positions prevents eye strain. Reading in dim light or in bed should be avoided.

Frequently Asked Questions

Children's first eye exam should usually be done when they are 6 to 12 months old, then at age 3 and before they start school.

Limit your child’s screen time, make sure they read in adequate light, and make sure they eat a healthy diet. It’s also important for them to wear sunglasses to protect themselves from UV rays.

Prolonged exposure to screens can lead to eye fatigue, dryness, and sometimes myopia.

Vitamin A (carrots, spinach, sweet potatoes), vitamin C (oranges, broccoli), vitamin E (almonds, walnuts), omega-3 fatty acids (fish) and zinc (red meat, beans) are nutrients that support children's eye health.

If your child is looking at the TV too closely, complaining of headaches, squinting, or rubbing his or her eyes, he or she may need glasses. An eye doctor should be consulted for an evaluation.

Children's Eye Health Frequently Asked Questions

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    Dr. Funda Aköz
    Dr. Kübra Şerefoğlu Çabuk
    Dr. Funda Aköz
    Dr. Kübra Şerefoğlu Çabuk