{"id":88654,"date":"2022-10-17T13:48:35","date_gmt":"2022-10-17T10:48:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/drcagatay.com\/cocuklarda-goz-kaymasi\/"},"modified":"2026-01-12T12:06:17","modified_gmt":"2026-01-12T09:06:17","slug":"eye-distortion-in-children","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/drcagatay.com\/en\/eye-distortion-in-children\/","title":{"rendered":"Strabismus (Eye Misalignment) in Children: Causes, Symptoms, and Treatment"},"content":{"rendered":"

Eye misalignment in children<\/strong> develops due to congenital or acquired problems. The baby’s eyes may wander occasionally<\/strong> during the first 4 months . In newborn babies, eye movements and eye muscles continue to develop in the first 6 months.<\/p>\n

With this development, the eye wandering problem<\/strong> disappears in some babies and this situation is considered physiological. However, in some cases, eye strain may not be “physiological”. In such cases, treatment should be planned based on eye misalignment .<\/strong><\/p>\n

Eye misalignment<\/strong> that develops later may occur depending on the eye degree, familial predisposition, abnormality of the eye muscles or tissues around the eye, neurological problems, trauma or amblyopia. If eye misalignment is detected, whether it is congenital or acquired, an ophthalmologist<\/strong> should be consulted. The problem of eye misalignment can lead to negative conditions such as amblyopia.<\/p>\n

What are the Causes of Strabismus in Children?<\/h2>\n

The underlying cause of strabismus in children<\/strong> may not always be identified. However, genetic predisposition is an accepted fact in the scientific world. Children with a family history of strabismus are more likely to develop strabismus .<\/strong><\/p>\n

Negative situations experienced by the mother during pregnancy may also be one of the reasons for eye misalignment<\/strong><\/a> . Difficulties experienced during birth, premature birth, illness with high fever, or postnatal trauma of the baby are among the causes of eye misalignment .<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

<\/strong> Another cause of strabismus in children<\/strong> may be serious visual impairments. Eye misalignment may occur due to opacification of the cornea or lens or problems with the retina layer.<\/p>\n

What are the symptoms of eye strain?<\/h2>\n

The symptom of eye wandering<\/strong> may be revealed by visible changes or by the difference in head movements the child makes while trying to focus.<\/p>\n

Among the visible symptoms; While focusing on an object, one eye looks straight while the other eye looks in a different direction, and the eyes cannot move symmetrically. More remarkable changes are observed in body language. Squinting one eye in a bright environment, experiencing balance problems while walking, and tilting the head to one side while focusing on an object are symptoms reflected in body language. Finally, in photographs, the red light produced by the flash in the eyes can be seen as yellow in children with eye strain .<\/strong><\/p>\n

How is Strabismus Diagnosed?<\/h2>\n

If squinting<\/strong> is suspected in children, an ophthalmologist<\/strong> should be consulted. Your doctor will examine you for strabismus by performing a routine eye examination. Eye deviation can be diagnosed<\/strong> following vision tests for strabismus .<\/p>\n

Early diagnosis of strabismus in children<\/strong> greatly affects the success of treatment. In some cases, eye strain can be treated with different treatment methods without the need for surgical intervention. However, in advanced cases, the only solution may be surgical intervention.<\/p>\n

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Eye Strain Treatment Methods in Children<\/h2>\n

In children, eye strain<\/strong> may resolve spontaneously within the first 4 months. If it does not pass, the process should be monitored with routine checks. Eye misalignment<\/strong> that continues to occur in older ages or occurs later does not correct itself. At this point, the treatment process is planned for the child.<\/p>\n

Generally, eye misalignment<\/strong> is tried to be treated by using glasses . The use of correct glasses is extremely important. The correct grades of glasses should be preferred and your child should be allowed to use these glasses as recommended by your doctor. Eye closure treatment can be applied in support of glasses treatment. If your doctor deems it appropriate, the treatment can be supported with various eye exercises<\/strong> to strengthen the eye muscles .<\/p>\n

If eye misalignment does not go away and progresses, surgical interventions may be required.<\/p>\n