A cataract is a clouding over the lens of the eye. This area is normally clear (transparent). Some cataracts are small and don’t cause any trouble with vision. Others can cause visual problems in children. Cataracts are rare in children.
A stye is a sore red bump on the edge of the eyelid. Styes are one of the most common eye problems in children. Here's what you should know.
Detailed information on eye disorders in children
Detailed information on eye safety and tips to avoid eye injury
The most common refractive errors in children are nearsightedness, farsightedness, and astigmatism.
Detailed information on problems with vision in children
To understand how certain problems can affect your child's vision, it’s important to know how normal vision happens.
Keratitis is an inflammation or infection of the cornea of the eye. The cornea is the clear, dome-shaped surface that covers the front of the eye.
Detailed information on eye disorders in children
A child who needs vision correction may wear eyeglasses or contact lenses. Either one comes in a range of choices.