Patient's question:
Female, 5 years old, my child has recently experienced a slight improvement in vision and has difficulty seeing clearly. When checked at the hospital, the doctor said it was mild strabismus. I want to know what happens if amblyopia is not treated in adulthood.Doctor's answer:
Currently, the primary methods for correcting amblyopia have been surgery and monocular occlusion. These methods are often effective in treatment, so there is no need to worry for the time being. You just need to control the degree of amblyopia now, and later, after reaching adulthood, you can wear glasses to help improve your vision. This often will not affect your daily life. Different causes can lead to different symptoms, and patients need to seek systematic and standardized examinations at reputable tertiary hospitals as soon as possible based on their specific conditions to receive targeted treatment. Additionally, patients should maintain a regular schedule, take precautions against cold and keep warm, eat light and soft foods, ensure good ventilation, and drink plenty of hot water.