4 myths about children's vision

Small children shouldn't be given gadgets - it's true. By nature, they are farsighted, and if they look closely at a smartphone or tablet, they overextend their eyes. And this affects vision negatively.

And what are the myths about children sightthat many parents believe in?

Myth 1. Poor or good vision is mostly hereditary

This is partly true. If one of the parents has poor eyesight, then with a probability of 50% it will be passed on to the child. If both parents are bad, the probability increases, but not up to 100%.

In many ways, the way of life and taking care of one's own health affects vision. Their parents are also inherited in the form of family habits.

Regular check-ups with a doctor, minimizing time in front of the TV, computer, gadgets, a healthy and active image life, good sleep, proper nutrition - all this together allows you to keep health, including vision at a high level.

Myth 2. Babies should not have eye surgery

Some babies are already born with eye problems. This is especially true of premature babies, they are often diagnosed with retinal diseases. About 1-2 months after birth, the child can already undergo surgery to restore normal vision.

How do you know if your child has eye problems? Every month for a year, the child should be examined by a pediatrician. Also at 1 month, an ophthalmologist's examination is needed. Experts will help you to dispel doubts whether everything is in order with the baby's vision.

Myth 3. Vitamins can improve visual acuity

It is impossible to have a significant effect on the retina or optic nerve with the help of vitamins alone. However, it is possible to improve the general condition.

It is important to get tested for a lack of vitamins and consult with a therapist which vitamins to drink.

Myth 4. Exercising your eyes is a useless exercise

Regular exercise for the eyes improves blood circulation, this has a positive effect on eye health, although in the case of serious diseases, of course, it cannot perform a miracle.

Charging can be done at any time - while walking, before going to bed, while eating. Focusing your gaze now in the distance and now near is an easy and relaxed action that will help eyes tired of screens.

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