University of Maryland-led research team has found a new hope for treating "lazy eye" and other serious visual problems that are usually permanent unless they are corrected in early childhood.
Amblyopia afflicts about three percent of the population, and is a widespread cause of vision loss in children.
It occurs when both eyes are structurally normal, but mismatched - either misaligned, or differently focused, or unequally receptive to visual stimuli because of an obstruction such as a cataract in one eye.
During the so-called “critical period” when a young child’s brain is adapting very quickly to new experiences, the brain builds a powerful neural network connecting the stronger eye to the visual cortex.
But the weaker eye gets less stimulation and develops fewer synapses, or points of connection between neurons. If the underlying cause of amblyopia is resolved early enough, the child’s vision can recover to normal levels.
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Amblyopia afflicts about three percent of the population, and is a widespread cause of vision loss in children.
It occurs when both eyes are structurally normal, but mismatched - either misaligned, or differently focused, or unequally receptive to visual stimuli because of an obstruction such as a cataract in one eye.
During the so-called “critical period” when a young child’s brain is adapting very quickly to new experiences, the brain builds a powerful neural network connecting the stronger eye to the visual cortex.
But the weaker eye gets less stimulation and develops fewer synapses, or points of connection between neurons. If the underlying cause of amblyopia is resolved early enough, the child’s vision can recover to normal levels.
To read more information you can visit articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com and indiavision.
20/20 Eyeglass Superstore is the perfect choice for all your vision care needs. Our tagline is, “A Frame For Every Face and a Price For Any Budget”. Drop in at your nearest convenient location for an eye exam by an Independent Optometrist and as per prescription get yourself fitted with prescription eyeglasses, contact lenses or even designer eyeglasses. Don’t forget to check out our special offers including BOGO and free eye exam.
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