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Your Kid's Eyes, Ears, Nose & Throat

Nearsightedness (Myopia)

Nearsightedness (myopia) is a vision problem that makes it hard to see distant objects clearly.

Preventing Eye Injuries

Eye injuries in kids can lead to serious vision problems, even blindness. Wearing protective eyewear can prevent most eye injuries.

Strabismus

Strabismus causes eyes to wander or cross. Treatment may include glasses, patches, eye drops, or surgery.

Subconjunctival Hemorrhage

A subconjunctival hemorrhage is a red spot on the white of the eye. It can look scary, but is usually harmless, doesn’t hurt, and won’t affect vision.

Surgery for Tear Duct Blockage

Blocked tear ducts are a fairly common problem in infants. Sometimes surgery is done to treat them.

TMJ Disorders

Kids with these jaw disorders often have difficulty chewing or talking due to problems with the temporomandibular joint (TMJ). Symptoms can resolve on their own, or with treatment.

What's a Tear Duct Probe (Treating Tear-Duct Blockage)? (Video)

Blocked tear ducts are a fairly common problem in infants. A common procedure called a tear duct probe can open the blockage.

What's Tear Duct Massage (Treating Tear-Duct Blockage)? (Video)

Blocked tear ducts are a fairly common problem in infants. If your child has a blocked tear duct, your doctor may show you how to massage the eye several times a day at home for a few months. Massaging can help open the blockage.