Harianjogja.com, JAKARTA – Strabismus eye disorders or commonly called crossed eyes can often be identified at an early age, in children, for example, the signs of strabismus can be seen clearly. Are genetic factors causing it?
dr. Andito K. Adisasmito, an eye specialist from RSAB Harapan Kita, said that for babies, crossed eyes cannot be seen because in the first 4 months of life, babies are learning to coordinate eye muscles. More than that age, parents should pay attention to the child’s eyes.
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The myth related to children’s eyes can squint if they look up has not been proven, but it cannot be denied that this can be caused by genetic factors, “risk factors, eyeglass factors play a role, genetic factors play a role, genetic glasses or genetics in some families are squinting and other factors. Health related to motor and sensory problems will be at risk of strabismus in children, “he said during a live Instagram @radiok Health, Wednesday (7/10/2020).
So, parents must pay attention and be alert to see signs of crossed eyes in children, an upnormal head position or a photo test can be done whether it looks crossed. It is also possible for the child to report that the child’s vision is double, and should be checked by a doctor immediately before it becomes bad.
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Strabismus certainly has an impact on the physical and psychological condition of children, especially psychologically, children who have squints and their parents are reported to have high levels of stress, due to low acceptance of their peers and low self-confidence. However, this condition can be corrected if it is immediately checked by a doctor.
“Treatment depends on the degree, some can be assisted with glasses, patching or an eye covering, eye strength training, this is non-surgical. If it can’t be done, it can also be surgery,” he explained.
Source: Bisnis.com
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