My name is Sherry Borden, and this is my blog about eye care. I was concerned because my son was getting poor grades in school, and at first I thought that he wasn't paying attention in the classroom. Then I started noticing signs at home that led me to believe he was having trouble with his vision. When he read, he would hold the book close to his face. I also observed that he would squint his eyes when he was reading small print. I made an appointment with the optometrist and my assumption was right. After the eye doctor prescribed eyeglasses for my son, his grades improved. I wrote this blog to help other parents identify the signs of poor vision. If you think that your child is having difficulties seeing, make an appointment with an optometrist. I hope that my blog is helpful for you and your child.
As a parent, you know that hearing your child may need cataract surgery is frightening. The good news is that cataract surgery is a safe and effective way to restore your child's vision.
With proper care and follow-up, many children can enjoy completely normal eyesight after the procedure. If your child may be undergoing cataract surgery, here's what you need to know.
What Are Cataracts in Children?
Cataracts are caused by a clouding of the lens in the eye that affects vision. [Read More]
