- GlaucomaThis is an extremely rare condition, affecting 1 out of every 30,000 live births, but it can cause severe and irreversible loss of vision in kids who are impacted by the disorder. In congenital glaucoma, the intraocular pressure increases because there is a birth defect in the development of the angle of the eye as a result of poor development of the eye. This means that the aqueous humor cannot flow out normally, so the intraocular pressure increases and leads to optic nerve damage. A family history of the disease has long been identified as a significant risk factor for congenital glaucoma, suggesting that specific gene defects contribute to the development of the disorder.
- Ophthalmology
- Macular DegenerationOrthoptists are eye care professionals who work with you to manage a broad range of vision problems. They’re involved in the management of eye diseases, like lazy eye, eye alignment and macular degeneration. Often, orthoptists will work alongside ophthalmologists to assess and manage a child’s eye condition(s).
- CataractsA lot of people are under the impression that cataracts only impact older people, but the fact of the matter is that children, and even infants, can develop cataracts as well. The name for cataracts in children is infantile – or pediatric cataracts – and can show up in children’s eyes due to genetics, metabolic disorders (such as diabetes), and eye injuries.
- Eye ExamOver the last few years, booking an eye exam or looking after our eyes may not have been our top priority. In fact, 1 in 10 have not had an eye exam in over 5 years!
- Diabetes Care
- Diabetic RetinopathyGet early diagnosis and critical early treatment for serious eye diseases like diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, and glaucoma.