Pediatric Ophthalmologist: Ensuring Your Child's Visual Health
What does a Pediatric Ophthalmologist do?
Conditions Treated by a Pediatric Ophthalmologist
A Pediatric Ophthalmologist addresses a range of eye conditions in children, including:
Why Visit a Pediatric Ophthalmologist
Your child's paediatrician or family doctor typically screens their vision during routine check-ups. If you or your child's doctor notice any signs of eye issues, they may refer you to a pediatric ophthalmologist. Indications of potential eye problems in children include:
Signs & Symptoms
Sensitivity to light with frequent blinking of eyes
Crossed or misaligned eyes
Persistent redness, or watery eyes or itchy eyes
Frequently rubbing their eyes
Squinting
Tilting their head to see
Watching television at a close distance

FAQ
1. What symptoms do children with poor vision present with? When should children get their eyes checked?
A child with poor vision may manifest in the following ways:
- Sits too close to the TV
- Squinting or crossing of eyes
- Adopting an unusual position of head or face (looking through the sides)
- Itching or rubbing of the eyes
- Redness in the eyes
- Sensitivity to light