Bilateral amblyopia

2025-07-16 09:45:19

Asked for Female, 35 Years

Can bilateral amblyopia due to astigmatism be corrected in a 5.5 yrs old child ? Please advise. Thanks

Answers (6)

Dr. Vaibhev Mittal

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon

16 yrs expSangrur

Hi Bilateral amblyopia due to astigmatism is treatable. Younger the kid better the prognosis A. Use glasses regularly as advised by ophthalmologist B. Patching of weak eye if vision in both eyes is not equal C. Regular eye check up

Answered2025-08-03 07:36:43

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Dr. Varsha Jindal

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon

5 yrs expChandigarh

It might improve. Alternate eye patching can be done.

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Please consult online

Answered2025-07-17 09:58:09

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Dr. Seethalakshmi

General Practitioner

11 yrs expChennai

Might improve. Please intervene to avoid further deterioration of vision

Answered2025-07-19 15:32:43

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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar

Pulmonologist

47 yrs expHyderabad

It can be improved.

Answered2025-07-19 06:23:57

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Dr. Ravi Chandna

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon

9 yrs expBhopal

Absolutely can be corrected. But proper management is required Kindly get an online consultation to address all your concerns

Answered2025-07-18 07:09:18

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Dr. Saba Kausar

Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon

16 yrs expBangalore

It might improve. Please consult local paediatric ophthalmologist

Answered2025-07-17 12:16:41

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