Amblyopia: Wearing an eye patch
Why it is important to follow the doctor's instructions closely
To be effective, an eye patch must be worn as your doctor directs and for the full time period. It is important for you to help your child comply with the patching treatment so that he or she can develop the best vision possible. Not wearing the patch as directed is the major cause of failure in the treatment of amblyopia.
Early treatment for amblyopia can usually reverse the condition, but treatment should begin before a child's vision has fully developed (preferably before age 6 years). In general, the younger the child is when treatment begins, the better his or her chances are for developing good vision.
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Patching treatment for amblyopia is most effective when:
- Your child wears the patch according to the schedule given by your doctor.
- Treatment begins before your child's vision has fully developed.
The main reason that patching treatment for amblyopia fails is:
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| Author: | Robin Parks, MS | Last Updated: July 17, 2007 |
| Medical Review: | Michael J. Sexton, MD - Pediatrics Christopher J. Rudnisky, MD, FRCSC - Ophthalmology | |
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