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2020-04-09 06:40:31
Not able to read words 5 feet far from him. He is 5 years old now. Pls suggest what can we do to avoid it's further progress during this lockdown.
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Are the parents using specs? If yes, child may need thorough eye check up. If no, screening may help.

Answered2020-04-09 09:22:09

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This patient needs cycloplegic refraction with 1% atropin eye oint.consult your near ophthalmologist.

Answered2020-04-09 08:41:59

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He needs an eye check up and refraction as he may need glasses
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There is no emergency so relax.
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Avoid too much mobile and reading. Have good light in his room If possible let him have day light exposure on roof or balcony for atleast 2 hours a day

Answered2020-04-09 07:45:45

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Hi ,, the 5 year old must be requiring glasses . Please wait for another 5 days till lock down is over and get his eyes checked at any eye hospital near you .

Answered2020-04-09 07:13:25

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Will need proper refraction to comment anything.

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You need to reduce screen time and get him to reduce near activities. He is likely to require glasses and plan for eye checkup after lockdown is over

Answered2020-04-09 08:06:46

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The child require a complete eye check up with cycloplegic refraction .
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Consult an eye specialist
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Avoid excessive use of near screens like phone/tablet

Answered2020-04-09 07:18:00

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