Question
My daughter is 6 years old and has been complaining of eye pain recently. Initially, I thought it was due to eye strain, but after eye drops failed to help, a check-up revealed high eye pressure. I want to know if this could be glaucoma?
Answer
High eye pressure could be a sign of glaucoma, but a definitive diagnosis requires further ophthalmic examination. It is recommended to have regular eye exams and maintain good eye habits to prevent and treat related eye diseases early on. Additionally, it is important to educate children about eye hygiene, avoiding rubbing their eyes with hands to prevent infection.