What causes sudden dizziness and blurred vision in children, and what should be done?
Apr 16, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Yang Ziqi
Introduction
A child's sudden dizziness and blurred vision may be caused by physiological factors, or may result from pathological factors such as anemia or insufficient cerebral blood supply. Treatment can involve general therapy or medication. Prolonged熬夜 (staying up late) or excessive use of electronic devices may cause certain damage to the brain, leading to symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, and blurred vision. It is important to get adequate rest and avoid excessive fatigue.
A child's sudden dizziness and blurred vision may be caused by physiological factors or pathological factors such as anemia or insufficient cerebral blood supply. Treatment can involve general care or medication, detailed as follows:
I. Physiological Factors
Long-term lack of sleep or excessive use of electronic devices may cause some damage to the brain, resulting in symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, and blurred vision. It is important to ensure adequate rest and avoid excessive fatigue.
II. Pathological Factors
1. Anemia
If a child has long-term picky eating habits or malnutrition, it may reduce the blood's oxygen-carrying capacity, leading to symptoms such as decreased stamina and general weakness. Under a doctor's guidance, medications such as Shengxuanning tablets or Buzhong Yiqi pills may be used for treatment.
2. Insufficient Cerebral Blood Supply
This typically occurs due to reduced cerebral blood flow, causing ischemia and hypoxia in brain tissue, which leads to varying degrees of damage and symptoms such as blurred vision and headache. Under a doctor’s guidance, medications such as flunarizine hydrochloride capsules or levothyroxine sodium tablets may be used for treatment.
Other than the above causes, symptoms may also be due to cerebral hypoxia, cerebral hemorrhage, cerebral infarction, etc. It is important to adjust the diet and consume more green vegetables and fruits. If symptoms occur, timely medical consultation is recommended, along with standardized treatment under a doctor's guidance, which is beneficial for recovery.
