What Causes Frequent Blinking in Children’s Eyes?

Aug 24, 2020 Source: Cainiu Health
Disease description:

I’ve noticed that my child has been blinking frequently lately, which seems abnormal. I’d like to consult a doctor: what could be causing excessive blinking in children?

Doctor's answer (2)
Dr. Zhao Lijuan
Hello, frequent blinking in children may be caused by inflammatory irritation, such as conjunctivitis or keratitis; congenital entropion and trichiasis—where the eyelid is naturally inverted, causing lashes to rub against the ocular surface; fatigue-related blinking, often associated with refractive errors; habitual blinking—developed through repeated blinking over time; or intraocular foreign bodies—such as debris lodged on the surface of the bulbar conjunctival fornix. We hope this information is helpful to you. Wishing you a pleasant and healthy life!