Question
A 7-month-old newborn weighing 1.55 kg at birth, stayed in an incubator for about 26 days due to underdeveloped lungs and has now been discharged, weighing 2 kg. I would like to ask what kind of instrument is used to examine the newborn’s retina?
Answer
To check for retinal issues in newborns, a slit lamp is typically used. It is recommended that parents take their child to an ophthalmologist for examination. However, since there are many causes of retinopathy of prematurity, it is necessary to identify the cause before treatment and adopt targeted treatment methods for effectiveness. In addition, daily eye care measures are also very important. It is suggested that parents increase eye-friendly foods in the child’s diet and reduce the intake of spicy foods.