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Frequently Asked Questions about Squint !!   Can a squint disappear on its own? Most true squints do not resolve without treatment. Early evaluation is recommended. Is squint surgery painfu...

Short-sightedness (myopia) Short-sightedness is a common eye condition that causes distant objects to appear blurred, while close objects can be seen clearly. It's thought to affect up to one in three people in the UK and is becoming more common.

Macular hole A macular hole is a small gap that opens up at the centre of the retina, in an area called the macula. The retina is the light-sensitive film at the back of the eye. In the centre is the macula – the part responsible for central and fine detail vision needed for tasks such as reading.

Eye tests for children Routine eye tests are offered to newborn babies and children to identify any problems early on in their development. Although serious vision problems during childhood are rare, early testing ensures that any problems are picked up and managed as early as possible.

Retinoblastoma (eye cancer in children) Retinoblastoma is a rare type of eye cancer that affects children younger than five. It is usually detected and treated early in the UK, which is why over 98% of children with retinoblastoma are successfully treated.

Childhood cataracts Cataracts are cloudy patches in the lens of the eye that can make vision blurred or misty. The lens is the transparent structure positioned just behind the pupil (the black dot in the centre of the eye). It allows light to pass through to the back of the eye (retina).

Lazy eye (amblyopia) A lazy eye, also known as amblyopia, is a childhood condition that occurs when the vision in an eye does not develop properly. This usually means that the child can see less clearly out of one eye and relies more on the "good" eye.

What is a comprehensive dilated eye exam? You may think your eyes are healthy, but visiting an eye care professional for a comprehensive dilated eye exam is the only way to really be sure. During the exam, each eye is closely inspected for signs of common vision problems and eye diseases, many of which have no early warning signs

Uveal Coloboma Coloboma describes conditions where normal tissue in or around the eye is missing from birth.

Retinopathy of Prematurity Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) is a potentially blinding eye disorder that primarily affects premature infants weighing about 2 pounds (1250 grams) or less that are born before 31 weeks of gestation.

Retinoblastoma Retinoblastoma is a type of cancer that forms in the retina (the light-sensitive tissue at the back of the eye).

Color Blindness Most of us share a common color vision sensory experience. Some people, however, have a color vision deficiency, which means their perception of colors is different from what most of us see.