CTA & You
HOW WELL DO YOUR STUDENTS SEE?
What to look for – signs and symptoms of vision problems
MINOR CONDITIONS THAT SHOULD BE EXAMINED BY AN EYE DOCTOR
CONDITIONS THAT SHOULD BE TREATED PROMPTLY
URGENT CONDITIONS THAT REQUIRE IMMEDIATE TREATMENT
Head tilted — may be an
indication that the child is
avoiding double vision
Tearing, discharge or redness
— a sign of infection or tear duct
blockage
White pupil — this may indicate
cataract, tumor inflammation or
detached retina
Pupil defect — if part of the iris
is missing, it may be an outward
sign of a defect of the inside of
the eye
Eye turns inward or outward —
could lead to loss of vision
Lump, swelling or drooping of
lid — may be an inflammation
which is an emergency if it
happens suddenly and the lid is
red and hot. May indicate muscle
weakness or tumor causing
blockage of vision.
Unequal pupils — may be a sign
of nerve damage or tumor which
is visible in one eye
Dancing eyes — a sign of
disease of the nervous system
anywhere between the eyes
and brain
Large cornea in one or both
eyes — a sign of glaucoma in
both the newborn and infant,
especially when the child's eye
waters and avoids light
Source: childrenseyefoundation.org
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