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Eye blinking
Hi Team,
My 3 years old kid suffering with eye blinking problem. Is this normal? He blinking very frequently. Please suggest.
Best,
Madhu
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Please consult with a nearby ophthalmologist to rule out refractive error
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Most common reason for blinking is dry eyes,
Second is refractive error
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Hello madhu. Child usually blinks either because of refractive error Or dryness in eye. Better to consult an ophthalmologist in Person for examination And refraction under dilatation.
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Hello Madhu
Most common reason for children to blink is refractive error(glass power check up) . Your child need a eye check.Kindly consult near by eye doctor.
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Dr. Himanshu Goyal
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
9 yrs exp
Karnal
Get his eye power checked
Next Steps
Visit eye hosp
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
Pulmonologist
44 yrs exp
Hyderabad
May be he requires power glasses. Pl consult ophthalmologist for further evaluation and treatment.
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Dr. Ravi Chandna
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
7 yrs exp
Bhopal
How much is the screen time?
Any outdoor activities?
Could be refractive Error, dryness, or allergic eye disease
Kindly get an online or offline consultation for ideal management of the condition.
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