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Effective treatment of amblyopia in Kyiv
Amblyopia (from dav.-gr. blunt — тупий (non-state), weakened and ὀπός gen. dept. ὄψ — eye) or "lazy eye" - weakening of vision, caused by functional disorders of the visual analyzer.
When amblyopia develops?
Amblyopia develops in diseases such as strabismus, farsightedness, astigmatism, cataract, etc. In ophthalmology, amblyopia is considered one of the leading causes of unilateral vision loss. Around the world suffers from amblyopia 2% people.
Mechanism of functioning of amblyopia.
With this disease, the eyes see different pictures, which does not allow the human brain to combine them into one volume. As a result, the work of one eye is suppressed. In people, who suffer from amblyopia, lack of binocular vision - the ability to compare two images (both eyes) into a single whole. This ability is necessary for depth assessment, volumes and order of location of objects in the field of vision.
Different forms of amblyopia have their own manifestations. With a weak degree of severity, an asymptomatic variant of amblyopia is possible.
Amblyopia in children.
Children, given the lack of sensory experience, cannot adequately assess, how well they can see, and whether both eyes are equally involved in the vision process.
You can think about the possibility of amblyopia in a small child:
- squint
- nystagmus
- inability to clearly fix the gaze on a bright object
Amblyopia may be indicated in older children:
- decrease in visual acuity and lack of improvement from its correction
- disorientation in an unfamiliar place
- deviation of one eye to the side
- the habit of closing one eye when looking at an object or reading
- tilting or turning the head when looking at an object
- violation of color perception and dark adaptation
Visual disturbances in amblyopia can vary from a slight decrease in visual acuity to almost complete loss of it (light sensation) and the impossibility of visual fixation.
Treatment of amblyopia.
The prognosis for amblyopia depends on the causes and time of detection of the disease. The earlier the correction of amblyopia is started, the more successful the result will be. The best effect is achieved when treatment is carried out in children up to 7 years, until the process of forming the visual analyzer is complete. In older children 11-12 years, amblyopia is practically untreatable.
In the case of timely and complete treatment of amblyopia, in most cases it is possible to almost completely normalize vision.
Only early, individually selected and persistent treatment of amblyopia gives positive results.
Treatment of amblyopia: effective methods and approaches
There are effective methods and approaches to the treatment of amblyopia, which can help patients regain healthy vision.
- Inspection and diagnostics:
The first step in the treatment of amblyopia is the correct diagnosis and assessment of the state of vision. This includes a full ophthalmological examination, including a vision test, measuring refraction and carrying out special tests.
- Vision correction:
Glasses or contact lenses may be recommended to correct amblyopia. Це може допомогти виправити рефракційні аномалії та сприяти покращенню передачі сигналу в «лінивому» оці.
- Improvement of vision:
Одним з ключових підходів у лікуванні амбліопії є забезпечення стимуляції та покращення передачі сигналу у «лінивому» оці. This may involve using special eye exercises, amblyopic therapy and other methods of stimulation.
- Early intervention:
It is important to start treating amblyopia as soon as possible, especially in childhood. Early intervention can provide better results and a better chance of full vision recovery.
- Surgical treatment:
Хірургічне лікування застосовується в тих випадках, when you need to restore the anatomical structure, example, with a lowered upper eyelid or severe strabismus.
Treatment of amblyopia in a medical center "OKO-PLUS", in Kiev.
It is impossible to completely cure amblyopia , especially in adulthood, since the visual analyzer is already formed. Treatment of amblyopia – in other words, visual therapy – it is the painstaking daily work of the patient.
We offer a full range of services, such as diagnostics, vision correction with glasses or contact lenses, as well as training in vision therapy. Our doctors provide an individual approach to each patient, develop an optimal treatment plan taking into account his needs and requirements.
Medical centre “OKO-PLUS” in Kiev – this place, where you can get quality and competent help in the treatment of amblyopia. Contact us for a consultation and to get the best treatment for your vision problem.