Conditions Treated
The Division of Pediatric Ophthalmology at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center treats the following conditions/diagnoses:
Amblyopia
Uncorrectable blurred vision due to the disuse of one eye.
A doctor may prescribe glasses and / or patching therapy to attempt to restore vision in the weak eye. If left untreated, amblyopia can result in permanent vision loss. Amblyopia is commonly referred to as "lazy eye."
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Astigmatism
The condition when an eye whose outer surface curvature is greater in one meridian than in another. The result is an eye that is shaped like a football instead of a basketball. With astigmatism, both distance and near vision are distorted. Vision can usually be corrected with glasses.
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Cataract
Cloudiness or opacity, usually in the crystalline lens. Cataracts can be congenital (present at birth) or caused by other factors, such as eye trauma.
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Chalazion
A bump on the eyelid caused by an inflammation of an oil gland. Chalazion is commonly known as a "stye."
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An inflammation of the outside lining of the eye. Usually caused by bacteria, virus or allergies. Conjunctivitis is commonly known as "pink eye."
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Esotropia
A form of strabismus where one or both eyes tend to turn toward the nose. Esotropia is commonly known as "crossed eyes."
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Exotropia
A form of strabismus where one or both eyes tend to turn out toward the ear. Exotropia is commonly known as "walled eyed."
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Glaucoma
A condition in which pressure behind the eye increases or builds up. If left untreated, the elevated pressure can cause damage to the blood vessels within the eye, which can ultimately lead to decreased vision, visual field, and ultimately blindness.
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Hyperopia
Usually caused by a short eyeball. A mild amount is normal in children but high amounts can cause blurred vision at all distances. Hyperopia is usually corrected with glasses. Hyperopia is commonly known as "farsightedness."
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Myopia
This is usually the result of a longer than normal eyeball. Myopia results in blurred vision at a distance. Myopia is usually corrected with glasses. Myopia is commonly known as "nearsightedness."
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Nystagmus
Involuntary rapid movement of one or both eyes where the eyes appear to be dancing or "jiggling" in a rhythmic motion.
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Ptosis
Droopiness of the eyelid. Ptosis can be caused from nerve or muscle damage and may require surgical correction.
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Retinoblastoma
Cancer of the retina (internal layer of the eye). Found almost exclusively in infants and young children.
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Abnormal growth of the blood vessels of the retina. Occurs in low-birthweight, premature infants.
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Strabismus
A misalignment of the eyes caused by weak eye muscles or a need for glasses.
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