Causes and Treatment for Children's Eye Burning Sensation and Floaters
Disease description:
My child's eyes feel burning and they can also see small black spots. What causes this, and how should it be treated?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Shuai
Burning eyes may be caused by overuse of the eyes, conjunctivitis, dry eye syndrome, or other reasons. Eye overuse can lead to eye fatigue; conjunctivitis is often caused by bacterial or viral infection or allergies; dry eye syndrome is related to abnormal tear secretion or evaporation.
Small black spots might be floaters, which are categorized as physiological or pathological. Physiological floaters are usually caused by aging or eye usage habits, while pathological floaters may be associated with eye diseases.
It is recommended that children take regular breaks and reduce the amount of time spent using electronic devices. If conjunctivitis is suspected, a doctor should be consulted to determine the cause—bacterial conjunctivitis is treated with antibiotic eye drops, viral conjunctivitis with antiviral eye drops, and allergic conjunctivitis with antiallergic eye drops. Dry eye syndrome can be managed with artificial tears.
Physiological floaters generally do not require special treatment and only regular follow-up examinations are needed; pathological floaters require treatment targeting the underlying cause—for example, retinal holes may need laser treatment. Additionally, ensure children receive adequate sleep, maintain a balanced diet, and consume more foods rich in vitamins.
