• The first 8 years of life is the critical developmental stage of our visual system
• Children should have a comprehensive eye examination at the age of 4
• Children aged below 4 should seek medical attention as early as possible if suspected of eye problem

Strabismus

• Strabismus (Convergent, Divergent or Vertical Squint) is a condition in which the eyes are misaligned, with the two eyes pointing towards different directions

Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)

• A lazy eye has abnormal vision and is not correctable by glasses only
• With no obvious symptoms, parents may not be aware the child is only seeing the world with one eye
• If not managed before the age of 8, lazy eye will become irreversible

Nearsightedness (Myopia)

• 40% of primary school children in Hong Kong suffer from Nearsightedness
• Progression is most significant between 6 to 12 years old