Question
A six-year-old child was diagnosed with a vision of 1.0 in the left eye and only 0.1 in the right eye during a health check-up at a kindergarten. After dilation, the child was prescribed glasses with a prescription of 400 degrees. The parents want to know what this 400 degrees refers to, whether it indicates myopia, and whether the child’s amblyopia can be recovered.
Answer
Based on the description, the child may have congenital hyperopia, astigmatism, or amblyopia. It is recommended to visit a regular hospital ophthalmology department for a diagnosis and to wear appropriate glasses for correction. At the same time, amblyopia training should be conducted, such as using amblyopia treatment devices or activities like threading beads. Amblyopia treatment should start as early as possible, as the effectiveness of treatment will significantly decrease after the age of 12. Daily eye heat compress and massage can be performed on the child to promote blood circulation.