Patient's question:
Female, 7 years old. My child has recently experienced a slight improvement in vision, making it difficult to see things clearly. When checked at the hospital, the doctor said it was mild strabismus. I want to know if mild strabismus with astigmatism can be treated and improved.Doctor's answer:
Actually, myopia and astigmatism are both called refractive errors in medical terms, but these two conditions are usually evaluated and treated together. If the astigmatism is below 75 degrees, glasses are not necessary. However, if it is 75 degrees or higher, glasses are required for correction and should be worn all the time. For myopia with astigmatism, glasses are generally worn until the child is 9-10 years old. If the myopia degree is not high, glasses may not be needed. The specific situation still depends on the child's eye condition. Different causes lead to different symptoms, and patients need to seek systematic and standardized examinations at reputable tertiary hospitals as soon as possible to receive targeted treatment. Additionally, patients should maintain a regular schedule, take precautions against colds, eat light and soft foods, ensure good ventilation, and drink plenty of hot water daily.