Paediatric Eye Care
Paediatric Eye Care
Specialised Vision Care for Children
A pediatric eye check-up is essential for monitoring the growth and development of a child’s visual system. Under the expert care of Dr. Anagha Deshpande, children receive a compassionate, thorough evaluation tailored to their unique visual needs. Pediatric eye problems differ significantly from adult conditions, making specialist care crucial. Dr. Anagha assesses vision, eye alignment, refractive errors, and the health of internal ocular structures to detect early issues that may interfere with visual development. Because childhood eye diseases often progress silently, routine screening ensures timely diagnosis and effective treatment.
Why Pediatric Eye Exams Matter
Dr. Anagha Deshpande is trained to identify and manage conditions that disrupt normal visual development, including squint (strabismus), lazy eye (amblyopia), refractive errors, congenital issues, and pediatric cataracts. Early detection is key—untreated childhood eye problems can lead to permanent vision loss or developmental delays. Children presenting with head turns, head tilts, squinting, misaligned eyes, poor school performance, frequent eye rubbing, or preferred head postures (torticollis) should be evaluated promptly. Dr. Anagha offers child-friendly treatments such as glasses, medications, patching therapy, and, when required, specialised pediatric eye surgeries.
When Should Children Get Their Eyes Checked?
Children should undergo routine eye exams starting at 6 months of age, again at 3 years, before school entry, and throughout their school years. Those with a family history of eye conditions, premature birth, developmental delays, or visible symptoms may require more frequent check-ups. If you notice any changes in your child’s eye alignment, tracking ability, or visual behavior, an early assessment with Dr. Anagha Deshpande is highly recommended to support healthy visual development and long-term vision success.