Question

The newborn is 32 weeks premature and is currently 50 days old. The parents hope to arrange an eye examination for the child. The child’s physical development is normal, and they have a response to light.

Answer

The doctor states that indirect ophthalmoscopy does not cause discomfort as it does not directly touch the baby’s eyes. However, medication is used to dilate the pupils during the examination to provide a more comprehensive view of the fundus, which is usually safe for the baby’s eyes. It is recommended that parents take their child to a professional hospital to seek an experienced ophthalmologist for the examination and consider whether the child can cooperate well during the examination.