Noting that myopia, astigmatism and hyperopia, which are among the eye diseases, cannot be noticed by the families, the success of the children in school decreases, Asena said, "These disorders also negatively affect the motivation of the children while studying."
Op. Op. Dr. Bilgehan Sezgin Asena emphasized that regular eye examination plays a major role in early diagnosis and treatment.
Noting that children with eye disorders generally look at them by keeping their head sideways or squinting to focus the image, Asena says, in addition to such behaviors; He pointed out that children may also feel headache and eye pain.
Stating that screening in infants and children at the age of 5-6 before preschool is necessary for the early detection of diseases, Op. Dr. Bilgehan Sezgin Asena gave the following information: “Children should definitely undergo eye examination in terms of lazy eye, especially in this period. Even every healthy child should have regular eye exams every year. Eye health directly affects success in school. Families should act very consciously about whether there is any discomfort in the eye. Teachers also have a great responsibility in this regard.
