How to recover from astigmatism in children
Jul 21, 2025
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Shuai
Introduction
Children's eyes are in a stage of growth and development, and the shape of the cornea or lens may not yet be fully stable, which can result in temporary astigmatism. It is recommended to undergo regular vision examinations, as some degree of astigmatism may improve naturally as the eye develops and matures. If parents have high astigmatism, children may inherit related genes that could lead to abnormal corneal or lens shape, resulting in astigmatism.
Astigmatism in children may be caused by incomplete eye development, genetic factors, poor eye habits, eyelid tumors, lens abnormalities, etc. It can usually be corrected through wearing glasses, improving eye habits, surgical treatment, and other methods. If there are any abnormalities, timely medical attention is recommended. Detailed analysis is as follows:
1. Incomplete eye development: Children's eyes are still developing, and the shape of the cornea or lens may not be fully stabilized, leading to temporary astigmatism. Regular vision check-ups are recommended, and some astigmatism may improve naturally as the eyes mature.
2. Genetic factors: If parents have high astigmatism, children may inherit related genes that cause abnormal corneal or lens shape, leading to astigmatism. Early vision screening is recommended, and timely intervention is necessary to avoid affecting visual development.
3. Poor eye habits: Prolonged squinting or close-up viewing in children may lead to changes in eye shape, worsening astigmatism, often accompanied by blurred vision and eye fatigue. Poor eye habits should be corrected, and eye use time should be controlled, with a 5-minute rest every 30 minutes of eye use. Corrective glasses may be needed when necessary.
4. Eyelid tumors: Eyelid conditions such as chalazion or stye can press on the eyeball, causing changes in corneal shape and resulting in astigmatism, often accompanied by eyelid redness, hard nodules, and pain. Treatment may include medications like levofloxacin eye drops, tobramycin dexamethasone eye ointment, and ibuprofen suspension under a doctor's guidance.
5. Lens abnormalities: Congenital lens opacity or irregular shape can cause abnormal light refraction, leading to astigmatism, often accompanied by significant vision loss, visual distortion, and amblyopia. Failure to correct promptly may affect visual function development. Wearing corrective glasses is recommended, and severe cases may require lens surgery at an appropriate age, followed by visual training to promote vision recovery.
In daily life, it is important to ensure children have a balanced diet, rich in vitamin A and C sources such as carrots and oranges. Children should be encouraged to maintain correct reading and writing postures and avoid prolonged use of electronic devices.
