Question

My 8-year-old son has recently developed nearsightedness. His eyes are very itchy and red, with some bloodshot veins. After examination, it was said that he has strabismus. What should we do about amblyopia and astigmatism?

Answer

There are various treatment methods for amblyopia, which must be selected under the guidance of a specialist, but the prerequisite is to undergo additional thorough examinations and vision testing to choose the most appropriate treatment method based on the nature of the amblyopia and the specific condition of the patient. Currently, common treatments for amblyopia include:

  1. Correcting Refractive Errors: Clearing up the image on the retina is the key first step in treating amblyopia. Before fitting glasses, an atropine mydriasis test must be conducted to obtain accurate prescription numbers, followed by appropriate therapeutic glasses fitting.
  2. Magnetic Resonance Therapy: Using an amblyopia magnetic resonance therapy device, stabilizing regional blood supply to the eyes, alleviating visual fatigue, and controlling the expansion of myopia in adolescents can slow down the recovery time of amblyopia.