Amblyopia (Lazy Eye) Treatment in Gurugram
Amblyopia, commonly called 'lazy eye,' is a vision development disorder where one eye fails to achieve normal visual acuity, even with glasses.
What is Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)?
Amblyopia is the most common cause of vision impairment in children, affecting 2-3% of the population. It develops when the brain favors one eye over the other during the critical period of visual development (birth to about age 7-8).
Early detection is critical because treatment is most effective before age 7. After this age, the visual system becomes less plastic and improvement becomes more difficult. This is why pediatric eye screening is essential for all children in Gurugram's schools and communities.
🏙️ Context in Gurugram
Gurugram's pediatric eye specialists emphasize early screening, ideally before age 4. Several schools now partner with eye hospitals for vision screening programs. The city offers comprehensive amblyopia management including vision therapy centers.
Symptoms & Warning Signs
Common Symptoms
One eye wanders inward or outward
Eyes that don't appear to work together
Poor depth perception
Squinting or shutting one eye
Head tilting to see better
Often no obvious symptoms (detected only on screening)
When to see a doctor?
- !Child's eye appears to wander
- !Child tilts head to look at things
- !Child fails vision screening at school
- !Family history of lazy eye or squint
- !All children should have eye exam by age 3-4
Causes
- Strabismus (misaligned eyes)
- Significant difference in prescription between eyes
- Deprivation (cataract, droopy eyelid blocking vision)
- Combination of above factors
Risk Factors
- Family history of amblyopia or strabismus
- Premature birth
- Small birth weight
- Developmental disabilities
- Childhood cataracts
Treatment Options
Advanced solutions available in Gurugram for effective management and correction.
Corrective Glasses
First line treatment - proper glasses can sometimes resolve amblyopia caused by refractive differences.
Eye Patching
Covering the stronger eye to force the weaker eye to work harder and develop better vision.
Atropine Eye Drops
Blurs vision in the stronger eye as alternative to patching. Better compliance in some children.
Vision Therapy
Structured eye exercises to improve eye coordination and visual processing.
Squint Surgery
If strabismus is present, surgical alignment may be needed alongside amblyopia treatment.
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