Signs of Poor Vision
 
Look for these telltale signs of poor vision in your child:
  • Misalignment 
  • Head tilt 
  • Lack of fixation 
  • Jerking eye movements 
  • White pupil 
  • Slow or unequal pupils 
  • Excess sensitivity to light 
  • Drooping Lid 
  • Redness 
  • Swelling around the eyelids 
  • Large eyes 
  • Pain or headache 
  • Excess tearing 
  • Squinting or frequent blinking 
  • Moving close to objects to see 

If you notice any of these symptoms, make sure your child sees an ophthalmologist or optometrist for a comprehensive eye examination. Keep in mind that not all problems can be diagnosed by you or a school nurse; only an ophthalmologist or optometrist has the training and equipment to fully understand your child’s eye care needs.