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Astigmatism - My 3year old just diagnosed

by jpedone72, Sep 18, 2008 01:16PM

Tags: astigmatism, 3 ye, 3 year old, glasses, eyeglasses

Hi, just looking for some feedback...my son ~ 3years of age has just been diagnosed with Astigmatism in both eyes 20/50 and needs to wear glasses! Im a little disappointed, but I will do whatever it is to help my child. Is this something they can outgrow? Any kind of advice regarding this.

Thanks so much! - JP

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by John C Hagan III, MD, FACS

, Sep 18, 2008 03:44PM

Astigmatism is not a disease but a aspherical corne is the usual cause. In a young child it can cause the vision not to develop normally (amblyopia). Often the problem is NOT outgrown but when he's older contact lens or refractive surgery may correct the problem as an alternative to glasses.

JCH MD

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