Question
My child always tilts their head to the right when looking at things. The hospital said it’s strabismus and suggested surgery. But it’s so painful for a child so young to have surgery!
Answer
A child who always tilts their head to look at things may have strabismus or astigmatism. Strabismus patients have an incorrect eye position, with one eye’s gaze deviating to one side of the target. They often compensate by tilting their head or turning their face. Whether surgery is needed depends on the baby’s eye examination results.