Question
What should be done if a four-year-old child has nearsightedness and amblyopia?
Answer
The treatment for amblyopia is primarily before the age of 12, with the best treatment occurring before the age of 7. Amblyopia treatment is not a quick fix; it requires the cooperation of both the child and the parents, in addition to the doctor’s examination and guidance. Without this cooperation, the effort can be doubled while still yielding poor results, or even lead to premature termination. Amblyopia treatment includes wearing glasses, patching therapy, fine motor skill training, and the use of amblyopia treatment devices, all of which require collaborative efforts from doctors, children, teachers, and parents to achieve good treatment outcomes. If you have any questions, feel free to ask at any time.