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Cylindrical Power
My 8 year son was diagnosed with cylindrical power of 3 in one eye and 2 in another eye, no spherical power. Whether it is serious ? Doctor said that it is because of size of cornea. He has done slit lamp test and advised for follow up after 6 months.
Whether I should do any other test for my son ? And what are the precautions I have to take that it won't further increase.
Thank you in advance.
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Nothing serious
Please wear glasses
If in follow up it is increasing, pentacam to be done.
Health Tips
Avoid rubbing
Maintain hygiene
Blink more
Drink water adequately
Cold compression
Cold water lavage
Follow rule of 20-
Means after 20 min of work ,take rest for 20 sec and look at 20feet distance
Reduce brightness of the screen
Away from AC Airflow
Use lubricant drop- refresh liquigel
Wear glasses outside
Take nuts for essential fatty acids (Omega 3)
Avoid second hand smoke
May need physical consultation for thorough slit lamp examination
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Its not that serious problem.
You have to insist on using the specs regularly.
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Get the refraction done initially every 6 months for 2to3 times and if the number remains constant then it can be repeated annually
But
If the cylindrical power increases .you must get the corneal topography done. For a baseline measurement.
The only matter of anxiety will be if there is no satisfactory improvement inspite of specs.
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Use spectacles full day
Avoid rubbing of eyes vigorously
Avoid contact with dust and air pollution
Avoid mobile usage
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Corneal Topography
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
44 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Pl use Spectacles regularly,constantly. Pl consult ophthalmologist with detailed history and reports and treatment taken for better evaluation and treatment. Pl have regular check ups,every 6 months.pl encourage him to wear the glasses continuously, and allow him to go for outdoor games.
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Dr. Nikhilesh Shete
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
2 yrs exp
Sangli
Use spectacles regularly.
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Dr. Saba Kausar
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Use glasses regularly.
Avoid rubbing eyes
Can do corneal topography if really worried.
Consult sos
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