Patient's question:
Daughter is 6 years old now, and she has to read and write every day. Recently, she always complains of eye pain, which we thought was eye strain. However, after using eye drops, it didn't improve. When she went to the hospital for a thorough check-up, the doctor initially found that her intraocular pressure was a bit high. She wanted to ask if it's possible that her 6-year-old daughter's high intraocular pressure could be glaucoma?Doctor's answer:
High intraocular pressure may not rule out the possibility of glaucoma. It is necessary to undergo relevant auxiliary examinations in the ophthalmology department of the hospital for a more precise diagnosis. After confirming the condition, early prevention and timely treatment should be implemented. It is important to cultivate good eye habits in children, use their eyes moderately, and avoid excessive long-term medication to prevent eye fatigue. Additionally, maintaining good eye hygiene and preventing rubbing the eyes with hands to avoid eye inflammation is crucial.