Question
My baby has been squinting and crossing eyes since birth, within the first 5 days. I would like to inquire about what this could be a sign of? Thank you.
Answer
Based on your description, if your child has been exhibiting downward eye squinting and crossing eyes within the first 5 days of birth, it could be a symptom of pediatric epilepsy. It is advisable to take your child to a regular hospital’s neonatal department for a detailed examination and treatment, and to arrange for an electroencephalogram (EEG) to understand if there are any abnormal discharges in the brain. Once a problem is identified, timely treatment should be initiated to avoid delaying the condition.