Does my 4.6-year-old need eye glasses

2026-09-05 16:33:03

Asked for Male, 4 Years

My son is 4 years 7 months old. His cycloplegic (after-drops) refraction showed: Right eye: 0.00 SPH / −1.50 CYL × 180 Left eye: 0.00 SPH / −0.75 CYL × 150 Vision recorded as 6/9 in both eyes The rest of the eye examination was normal. The ophthalmologist recommended glasses. I'm wondering whether glasses are necessary immediately, or whether it would be reasonable to wait 6–12 months and repeat the eye test, since children's eyes can change as they grow. Has anyone had a child around this age with a similar prescription? Did you use glasses immediately, or monitor for some time? Looking mainly for experiences from parents and, if possible, pediatric ophthalmologists.

Answers (7)

Dr. Mohd Faisal Zoheb

Pediatrician

5 yrs expHyderabad

I need to ask few more questions before answering your query. Early consultations can prevent complications. Kindly contact me on whatsapp chat (84960595 six five) Dr Faisal Zoheb MBBS , MD PAEDIATRICS , PGPN (BOSTON), FELLOWSHIP IN NEONATOLOGY ( Newborn and vaccination specialist )

Answered2026-09-09 01:37:30

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Pediatrician

14 yrs expBengaluru

Initially to start do use the prescribed glasses and further course can be decided at the next consultation.

Answered2026-09-06 16:51:48

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Dr. Bhatt Vivek Prafulchandra

Pediatrician

7 yrs expRajkot

Consult with Pediatrician physically for further evaluation and treatment

Answered2026-09-20 03:15:51

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Dr. Tangade Vishal Bhanudas

Pediatrician

4 yrs expPune

Use glasses.

Answered2026-09-08 05:28:06

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Pediatrician

6 yrs expSurat

Use glasses as prescribed

Answered2026-09-06 19:02:32

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Pediatrician

10 yrs expKanyakumari

Greetings Standard medical guidelines generally recommend correcting astigmatism at this age if it reaches 1.50 to 2.00 diopters or if the child exhibits symptoms. While a child’s eyes undergo rapid changes and development, delaying correction can carry risks. Potential clinical alternatives to address this include immediate full correction, a conservative trial of partial correction, or close monitoring with a repeat examination in 3 to 6 months.

Answered2026-09-06 12:53:05

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Dr. Noureen Sadaf

Pediatrician

4 yrs expKota

Go for glasses as recommended.

Answered2026-09-06 12:13:51

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