Paediatric Ophthalmology
When it comes to eye examination or managing an eye condition, it is essential to provide children with specialized care and attention, unlike adults. It is important for every child to receive a thorough eye examination before they begin school. This is because certain conditions, such as Refractive Error and Amblyopia, may go undetected if not examined at an early age. Children under the age of 5 are particularly vulnerable to these issues as they may not be able to communicate any vision problems. Therefore, it is recommended to have periodic eye examinations for individuals in this age group. Early screening is particularly important for children who have a family history of eye conditions.
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Paediatric Eye Problems
Congenital Cataract
A congenital cataract is when the lens of the eye is cloudy instead of clear at birth, making it hard to see. It is estimated that congenital cataracts are responsible for 5% to 20% of blindness in children worldwide. Incidence varies from country to country. Congenital cataracts can happen in one or both eyes.
Paediatric Glaucoma
Glaucoma is a condition that damages the eye’s optic nerve. It gets worse over time and leads to vision loss if not treated. The damage from glaucoma often is linked to a build-up of pressure inside the eye.
Paediatric Retina
Eye exams for children are very important to insure your child’s eyes are healthy and have no vision problems that could interfere with school performance and potentially affect your child’s safety.
Paediatric Strabismus
It is a common misconception among parents that squint gets corrected as the child grows older. Squint is a common cause of low vision and should be treated early in childhood to avoid low vision.
Lazy Eye / Amblyopia
Lazy eye (amblyopia) is reduced vision in one or both eyes caused by abnormal visual development early in life, occurs when the vision in one of the eyes is impaired because the eye and the brain are not properly working together.
Refractive Error
Refractive errors are one of the most common eye conditions found in children. Significant uncorrected refractive errors are risk factors for amblyopia.
Vision Therapy
It is a customized program designed to improve visual skills such as eye tracking, focusing, and coordination. It’s particularly beneficial for children with binocular vision problems, aiding in tasks like reading and learning.
Pediatric Contact Lenses
Contact lenses aren’t just for adults. They can be a safe and effective option for children, even infants, in cases like aphakia post-cataract surgery or for cosmetic and therapeutic reasons. Our clinicians are experienced in fitting children of all ages with the appropriate lenses.
Neuro-Ophthalmology
Neurological disorders that affect the eye can be very serious, especially for children as their brain and eyesight are still developing. The visual problems related to the optic nerves, which are a part of the central nervous system. Optic nerves deliver visual signals from the retina to the brain for us to see. If there is an injury to the brain or the optic nerves, your child may experience a loss of sight.
Eye Allergies
They are very common in kids. Itchy, watery, red eyes can be a sign of exposure to allergens, environmental irritants, or infections like conjunctivitis.
Paediatric Ophthalmology
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Our Paediatric Ophthalmologist
Dr. Sourabh D. Patwardhan
Phaco-Refractive-Vitreoretina- Glaucoma specialist FRCS (UK), MS (AIIMS), DNB, MNAMS, FICO
Dr. Sidharth Kesarwani
M.S (Gold Medal), DNB, FLVPEI, FIACO (Ped. Ophth)
Dr. Nikunj Bhatt
ROP Specialist, MBBS, MS(PGIMS), DNB, FICO(UK), MRCS(Edinburgh)
Optom Sayan Mukherjee
B.Optom., M. Optom. Consultant Optometrist, Vision Therapy, Speciality Contact lens
Dr. Ankush Gondchawar
ROP Specialist, Vitreo-retina Specialist MBBS, DNB, FVRS, FAICO(VR), MNAMS
Dr. Akash Ashok Raut
Vitreo-retina, Uvea, and ROP specialist
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