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Pediatric Dry Eye Syndrome: Signs and Solutions Hero

Pediatric Dry Eye Syndrome: Signs and Solutions

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Dry eye syndrome in children is a rare but serious condition. That is why you should pay close attention when your child is complaining about recurring dry and itchy eyes. This condition is usually associated with a number of autoimmune, endocrine, congenital, and inflammatory disorders. Nutrition or deficiencies may also factor in the development of pediatric dry eye.

Pediatric Dry Eye Syndrome

Symptoms of Pediatric Dry Eye

It is necessary that you catch the symptoms of dry eye early. This makes it easy to treat and eliminate the underlying cause of this condition. Park Slope Eye, your expert in dry eye treatment in Brooklyn, NY, notes that these are the signs you should look out for:

1. Frequent blinking

2. Redness around the eyes

3. Constant eye rubbing

4. Veers away from sources of light

5. Stinging or burning sensation in the eyes

6. Moments of blurred vision

7. Difficulty in reading, working on the computer, or any activity that requires visual attention

8. Sandy or gritty feeling inside the eyes, as if there is something inside

Common Cause of Pediatric Dry Eye

A growing number of children are spending more time in front of digital screens. Unfortunately, frequent usage of electronic devices, like laptops, tablets, and game consoles, can increase the risk of dry eyes. Allergies, inflammatory conditions, poor nutrition, and diabetes may cause this, as well. To deal swiftly with dry eye, take your child for a visit to Park Slope Eye, your trusted pediatric eye doctor in Brooklyn, NY.

Excellent Dry Eye Treatment

While treatment of this condition will depend on the cause, it may also include artificial tears, nutritional changes, prescription eye drops, and warm compresses.  Park Slope Eye can treat your child’s dry eye.  Our team of eye doctors will help reduce or eliminate the redness, stinging, burning, and sticky lids that indicate this syndrome. For severe cases, we offer the use of a punctual plug, a small medical device that blocks the tear ducts and prevents liquid from draining from the eye.

When you turn to Park Slope Eye, your child will not have to endure the pain and inconvenience of this condition. We have an extensive range of treatments available. You can also count on us for vision therapy in Brooklyn, NY. Call us at (347) 380-7070 or fill out this form to schedule your appointment.

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  • Written by Justin Bazan

    Dr. Justin Bazan is a 2004 SUNY College of Optometry graduate. He established Park Slope Eye in 2008 with the goal of providing high quality eyecare and incredible eyewear for the neighborhood. He has a true passion for optometry and stay up to date with the current research and trends. He is active in the profession and holds several leadership positions on the local, state and national levels. Dr. Bazan is a Park Slope local and can often be seen out in the neighborhood so be sure to say Hi next time you see him!

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