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Bilateral amblyopia
Can bilateral amblyopia due to astigmatism be corrected in a 5.5 yrs old child ?
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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
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It might improve. Alternate eye patching can be done.
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Please consult online
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Dr. Seethalakshmi
General Practitioner
11 yrs exp
Chennai
Might improve. Please intervene to avoid further deterioration of vision
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
46 yrs exp
Hyderabad
It can be improved.
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Dr. Ravi Chandna
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
9 yrs exp
Bhopal
Absolutely can be corrected. But proper management is required
Kindly get an online consultation to address all your concerns
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Dr. Saba Kausar
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
It might improve.
Please consult local paediatric ophthalmologist
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