I CAN SEE A WHITE REFLEX/WHITE SPOT IN MY CHILD’S EYE, IS IT A CAUSE FOR WORRY?
White reflex or leucocoria, can be caused by a congenital cataract, some intrauterine infections, developmental abnormalities, or a malignant tumor of the eye-Retinoblastoma. Consult your ophthalmologist urgently if you notice this sign in your child’s eye.

MY CHILD’S EYES APPEAR DEVIATED SINCE FEW DAYS. WHAT SHOULD I DO?
Misalignment of the visual axes of two eyes, or strabismus, most often manifests at an early age. If left untreated, it may permanently affect the development of the child’s visual system, and the affected eye may become Lazy or Amblyopic. It is prudent to consult your doctor immediately if any such symptom is noticed at any point of time .

WHAT PEDIATRIC OPHTHALMOLOGY SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE AT APOLLO PRIME EYE HOSPITALS?
Thorough ophthalmological examination of children, along with appropriate guidance, and planning of treatment, so as to treat the ocular pathology is available at our hospital. We collaborate with the best pediatric ophthalmologists to give your child the best possible treatments available, ensuring that their ocular health never impedes their progress in life.