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Developmental eye disorders are conditions that impact children's normal eye growth and function, as well as their visual system. These diseases can appear throughout infancy or childhood, affecting vision, eye coordination, and structural development.

Amblyopia, also known as "lazy eye," is a common developmental eye disorder in which one eye has trouble seeing because the brain isn't working together properly. Strabismus, also known as "crossed eyes," results from improper eye alignment, making it challenging to see with both eyes together. Other conditions, such as congenital cataracts, nystagmus (uncontrolled eye movements), and refractive abnormalities like myopia or hyperopia, may also occur.
A variety of factors, including genetics, prenatal influences, premature birth, or trauma, can cause these disorders. Symptoms may include difficulties focusing, misaligned eyes, frequent squinting, or unusual eye motions.
Treatment varies by disease and may include corrective glasses, vision treatment, surgery, or patching therapy to improve the weaker eye. Regular examinations of children's eyes are necessary to identify and address issues at an early stage.
By addressing developmental eye diseases early on, parents can assist in protecting their child's visual health and general development, resulting in a higher quality of life and academic achievement.