Question
My child has been frequently blinking recently, and it has been going on for more than a week. How should I handle this? Has the child received any previous treatment and what was the outcome? I would like to seek a doctor’s assistance to resolve the child’s blinking issue.
Answer
When a child exhibits blinking or squinting, the first step is to inquire if they have any discomfort in their eyes, such as pain or a foreign body sensation. Next, have an ophthalmologist conduct a detailed examination to identify the cause and provide appropriate treatment. In some cases, antibiotic eye drops, trimming ingrown eyelashes, and thoroughly removing foreign matter from the cornea or conjunctiva may be necessary. Additionally, parents should limit their child’s time spent watching television and using computers. If blinking or squinting is caused by poor habits, parents should not solely blame the child but instead educate them to reduce conscious blinking or squinting movements and gradually break this bad habit.