Diseases of the eyes (ophthalmology)

Albinism in children: causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment

Albinism is a disorder in which there is a pathology of pigment cells, which is especially clearly reflected in the condition of the eyes and skin.

Dry eye syndrome in children

An oily "lipid" layer that reduces evaporation, stabilizes the tear film, and ensures high optical quality of its surface. Lipids are produced by the meibomian glands.

Corneal dystrophies in children

Corneal dystrophies are usually bilateral and symmetrical disorders of a hereditary nature.

Metabolic disorders with corneal lesions

In metabolic diseases, any of the layers of the cornea can be involved in the pathological process.

Keratoconus in children

Keratoconus develops due to dystrophic stretching of the cornea, leading to thinning of its central and paracentral sections.

Absence and decreased sensitivity of the cornea

Disorders of corneal sensitivity often provoke the development of keratitis.

Eye damage in ichthyosis

Ichthyosis unites a group of disorders manifested by peeling. In severe clinical cases of ichthyosis, patients die due to the addition of a widespread skin infection that is not amenable to therapy.

Megalocornea and microcornea

Megalocornea is defined as a condition in which the horizontal diameter of the cornea exceeds 13 mm and does not tend to increase further. Intraocular pressure is within normal limits

Craniosynostosis in children

Syndromes characterized by craniosynostosis are syndromes in which premature fusion of the sutures leads to deformation of the skull.

Optic nerve tumors in children

Gliomas (astrocytomas) can affect the anterior visual pathway. Gliomas can also develop in the orbit and cranial cavity.