Question
What’s causing a 7-year-old child to blink frequently? This condition has been going on for some time, and I’m hesitant to give medication. Could you please provide some advice from a doctor?
Answer
People often enjoy blinking, leading to eye fatigue and potentially affecting vision. The primary reason for this issue is that, due to certain eye conditions, the eyes must increase their blinking rate to alleviate discomfort. Over time, they develop a habit of blinking. Even after the eye disease is cured, they may still have the problem of excessive blinking. Excessive blinking is not a disease; there’s no need for treatment if there are no uncomfortable feelings, just try to control it and reduce the number of blinks as much as possible; it will get better over time. If you also experience symptoms like fear of light, tears, and vision decline while blinking, it’s important to seek medical treatment promptly.