August is Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month. This August, we are all celebrating Children’s Eye Health & Safety Month to raise awareness about the importance of protecting children’s vision and taking care of overall eye health. We all know that good eyesight is the key factor for children to perform, enjoy play, and take part in everyday activities with ease. However, in many cases, the parents are not able to notice vision problems at an early stage. Ayurvedic treatment for Myopia is one of the ways by which we can put a check on Children’s eye health.
Reversing Childhood Myopia
Around 41% of the Indian population, who are less than 18 years of age, face a significant problem like Myopia. An overall study depicts that Myopia is a refractive error & is highly prevalent in younger children. It is responsible for ocular issues in younger generations, such as school-age children and young adults. If not detected earlier, they may end up in complete loss of vision, as it is progressive in many cases. It is said that half of the world’s population will be myopic by 2050.
Therefore, it is advised that parents get their children’s eyes checked regularly. When a child is growing, their vision plays a vital role in almost all the activities they do, and hence, if eye problems are ignored, children might face difficulties in school, lose confidence, or feel left out compared to their peers.
Myopia is a predominant eye problem in India and that too in children, but if proper care & precaution is taken it could be completely healed. With the help of Ayurvedic Treatment For Myopia, your eye power could be reduced.
On many occasions, we at Dr Basu Eye Care Centre have helped children get their eyeglasses completely removed , especially children who adhered to our prescribed medicines and accepted the lifestyle changes suggested by our Ayurvedic eye doctors. Along with this a balanced diet is also a must as it can help in maintaining the eye power, but it cannot completely recover your eyes. So, Ayurvedic medication is a must.
Childhood Eye Disorders
Lazy eye (amblyopia) and crossed eyes (strabismus) are common childhood eye disorders and can have a significant impact on a child’s vision. In the event of a lazy eye, the brain supports the strong eye, and it neglects the weaker eye, resulting in poor visual development in early childhood. Here, the weaker eye can send only a few signals, causing reduced vision, and if not treated, it could lead to permanent vision loss.
Strabismus is when both eyes are not correctly aligned and are pointing in different directions. The problem may be present at birth or may develop later in childhood. This sooner or later causes double vision and may lead to amblyopia. However, regular eye checkups, timely treatment, and safety measures are key and can help to protect a child’s vision. Both these eye problems in children are treated in our eye care centre.
Some Common Signs of Alert in Children
Parents should be alert if a child:
- Squints or rubs their eyes frequently
- Sits too close to screens
- Covers one eye to see better
- Complains of not being able to see the blackboard in class
Other signs include:
- Avoiding reading or close-up work
- Losing place while reading
- Trouble telling colors apart
- Being unusually clumsy
- Headaches after reading or screen use
Tips for Protecting Children’s Eye Health
- Schedule regular eye checkups
- Encourage more outdoor play and reduce screen time
- Include foods rich in Vitamin A (carrots, spinach, amla)
- Teach children not to rub their eyes with dirty hands
- Use protective eyewear during sports or outdoor activities
Conclusion
Most childhood vision problems — including myopia, lazy eye, and crossed eyes — can be prevented or corrected with early detection, Ayurvedic treatment, and healthy habits. This August, make children’s eye health a priority.
