Keep a close watch on the way your child looks and acts and what they say. This can help to find and treat eye problems early. Often parents, grandparents, or caregivers are the first to notice problems.
What are the symptoms of eye problems in children?
Below are symptoms of possible eye problems. But symptoms may vary. Symptoms may include:
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Blurred or double vision.
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Crossed eyes.
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Eyes that turn in or out and don’t focus.
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Eyes that are red or swollen.
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Eyes that are sensitive to light.
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Eyes that seem to bulge.
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Drainage or extra tearing from the eyes.
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Squinting.
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Your child rubbing their eyes a lot.
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Seeing a white reflection in your child's eye or eyes in a photograph.
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Your child has trouble reading or holds reading material close to the face.
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Your child tilts their head to see.
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Your child has trouble or avoids doing "close-up" tasks.
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"Jiggly" or dancing eyes.
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Eyes that are too large or too small.
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A droopy eyelid.
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Headaches.
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A short attention span
The symptoms of eye problems may look like other health conditions. Always talk with your child's doctor for a diagnosis.
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