Question
My son is 7 years old and needs surgery for strabismus in his right eye. How long will it take for him to recover after the treatment?
Answer
If it is strabismus, active treatment should be pursued. Some strabismus is caused by refractive errors in a child’s eyes, such as high degrees of myopia, which leads to abnormal accommodation and the appearance of strabismus. This can be treated by wearing corrective glasses early on. If the diagnosis confirms that it is a palsied strabismus, surgical treatment may be necessary, and it should also be determined under the guidance of a doctor when the best time for surgery is, without delaying treatment and affecting visual function. It is recommended to have a comprehensive eye examination at the hospital’s ophthalmology department before deciding on a treatment plan.