Diseases of the eyes (ophthalmology)

Orbital tumors in children

The most common orbital tumor occurring in childhood. It occurs more often in girls than in boys. A characteristic feature is the possibility of spontaneous regression.

Orbital diseases in children

Orbital diseases in childhood may be associated with developmental disorders, but may also be acquired. Children with acquired orbital pathology usually have complaints and symptoms characteristic of tissue growth inside the orbit.

Hemangioma of the eyelids in children

Hemangioma of the eyelids is a common pathology. Early occurrence and rapid growth are typical.

Ptosis in children

A complete examination of the visual organ, examination of the condition of the eyelids, including their mobility, is mandatory. The position of the eyeball is determined, the function of the oculomotor system is examined, and the presence of the Bell phenomenon is clarified.

Congenital eyelid anomalies

Congenital anomalies of the eyelids. The disease is often accompanied by strabismus, affected women may suffer from infertility.

Microphthalmos

Microphthalmos is diagnosed when the length of the anterior-posterior axis of the eyeball is less than normal and is 21 mm in an adult and 19 mm in a one-year-old child.

Anophthalmos

The term "anophthalmos" is used when there is no eye. It is possible to have a significantly reduced in size, barely visible rudimentary eyeball.

Conjunctivitis caused by physical and chemical irritants

Industrial and other chemicals can cause follicular conjunctivitis. Treatment of acute conjunctivitis in patients using contact lenses requires special attention.

Spring conjunctivitis in children

Spring conjunctivitis is characterized by a seasonal onset, and then the disease lasts all year round. The onset of spring conjunctivitis is most often observed after the age of 4.

Allergic eye diseases in children

All allergic eye diseases have characteristic general symptoms. Itching. This is the most specific and constant symptom, present in all cases of the disease. Redness of the eye.