What is Dry Eyes in Children and Babies?
Dry eyes are a condition where the surface of the eye becomes insufficiently moist due to insufficient tear production or poor tear quality. While often associated with aging, dry eyes are becoming increasingly common today due to the widespread use of digital screens. Children and babies may also experience dry eyes.Tears protect the surface of the eye and prevent dust, dirt and external factors from damaging the cornea.
Frequently asked questions?
What are the symptoms of dry eyes?
Dry eyes in children and babies can be difficult to spot, but some signs include:
-Stinging and burning sensation in the eyes
-The need to constantly rub and scratch the eye
-Redness in the eyes
-Eye watering
-Blurred vision and difficulty focusing
-If any of these symptoms are present, you should definitely consult an ophthalmologist.
-Stinging and burning sensation in the eyes
-The need to constantly rub and scratch the eye
-Redness in the eyes
-Eye watering
-Blurred vision and difficulty focusing
-If any of these symptoms are present, you should definitely consult an ophthalmologist.
Causes of Dry Eyes
The main causes of dry eyes in children and babies:
Long-term use of digital screens (tablet, phone, computer)
-Low blinking of the eyes
-Dry and moisture-free environments
-Exposure to cigarette smoke
-Air conditioning and air flow
-Lazy eye
-Genetic factors
Long-term use of digital screens (tablet, phone, computer)
-Low blinking of the eyes
-Dry and moisture-free environments
-Exposure to cigarette smoke
-Air conditioning and air flow
-Lazy eye
-Genetic factors
Dry Eye Treatment Methods?
Treatment varies depending on the severity and cause of dry eye. The main treatment methods used at MegaGöz include:
- Eye drops (moisturizing with artificial tears)
- Limiting screen time and taking breaks
- Use of air humidifiers
- Increasing blinking habits with eye exercises
- Retention of tears in the eye with a punctum plug
- Eye drops (moisturizing with artificial tears)
- Limiting screen time and taking breaks
- Use of air humidifiers
- Increasing blinking habits with eye exercises
- Retention of tears in the eye with a punctum plug