Question
A nine-year-old girl has bright eyes but has had photophobia since childhood, particularly noticeable in sunlight, making it difficult for her to appreciate her surroundings.
Answer
Photophobia, also known as “glare” or “photophobia,” refers to discomfort caused by the stimulation of the ocular sensory nerve, making daily light feel blinding. In severe cases, it can be difficult to open the eyes. This condition is commonly seen in situations such as foreign bodies in the cornea, keratitis, corneal trauma, iritis, and conjunctivitis. For young children experiencing photophobia, it is important to be aware of whether it could be a sign of congenital glaucoma. Additionally, mydriasis treatment may also cause photophobia, but it usually subsides after the pupils shrink.