Patient's question:
A boy is 7 years old this year. For a while, he felt very tired and went to the hospital for a check-up, where he found out he had an illness. Please ask: What is the best age for children's strabismus surgery?Doctor's answer:
The condition of your baby affects the need to visit an ophthalmologist for a systematic and thorough examination. If it is amblyopia, surgery is generally not required. should be considered, along with rehabilitation training and treatment for the affected eye. If it is strabismus, there is a possibility of spontaneous recovery in the early stages. However, if the age is below 3 years, surgical treatment can be considered. Since your baby is already 8 years old, surgical treatment can be considered at this time.