Patient's question:
My baby is exactly one month old right now, but I don't know what the reason is, it seems like he can't see things well. However, when I take him outside to play, he seems to have a sense of sunlight and will close his eyes by himself. I've also heard that newborn babies often have poor vision at first, but I'm not sure if my baby is experiencing the same thing.Doctor's answer:
Hello! Newborns have very poor vision, but they do react to light. Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) refers to a group of diseases caused by abnormal proliferation of retinal blood vessels in newborns. This condition often occurs in premature infants, low birth weight infants, and newborns with a history of oxygen therapy, and it is one of the leading causes of childhood blindness. Eye examinations should be conducted for premature infants, especially those with low birth weight, and it is recommended to monitor them for a period of time. If necessary, medical attention should be sought.