Related Conditions and Treatments
Adenovirus Infections
Condition
Adenoviruses are a group of viruses that cause respiratory (breathing) illnesses.
Angelman Syndrome
Condition
Angelman syndrome is a complex genetic disorder that causes developmental and neurological problems. Learn more from Boston Children’s Hospital.
Astigmatism, Hyperopia, and Myopia
Condition
Astigmatism, hyperopia (farsightedness), and myopia are refractive errors of the eye seen in 20 percent of children.
Blepharitis
Condition
Blepharitis is a chronic condition that causes swelling and irritation of the eyelid.
Blocked Tear Duct (Dacryostenosis)
Condition
In some babies, the openings into the tear duct haven’t formed properly causing a blockage, and the tears have no place to drain.
Blood in the Eye (Hyphema)
Condition
Learn more about Blood in the Eye (Hyphema) symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. Request an appointment for Blood in the Eye (Hyphema) with experts at Boston Children's Hospital at 617-355-6000.
Chalazion
Condition
A chalazion is a persistent inflammation or swelling of the upper or lower eyelid that can also include the middle part of the eyelid.
Congenital Rubella
Condition
Congenital rubella syndrome (measles) is a virus that can cause birth defects if a mother passes it to her fetus.
Conjunctivitis
Condition
Conjunctivitis, also known as pink eye, is an inflammation of the conjunctiva of the eye.
Corneal Abrasions
Condition
A corneal abrasion is a scratch or injury to the cornea, which is the dome-shaped surface that covers the front of the eye. This is a very common occurrence in children.
Eye Injuries
Condition
Eye injuries can be serious and are usually quite painful. They are a common cause of vision loss in children.
Eye Socket Fracture
Condition
An eye socket, or orbital, fracture occurs when one or more bones surrounding the eye are broken.
Haemophilus Influenzae Infections
Condition
Haemophilus influenzae, or H. influenzae, is a group of bacteria that cause different types of infections.
Hemifacial Microsomia
Condition
Learn more about Hemifacial Microsomia symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. Request an appointment for Hemifacial Microsomia with experts at Boston Children's Hospital at 1-617-355-6309.
Iritis (Uveitis)
Condition
Learn more about Iritis (Uveitis) symptoms, diagnosis, and treatments. Request an appointment for Iritis (Uveitis) with experts at Boston Children's Hospital at 617-355-6000.
Kabuki Syndrome
Condition
Learn about the symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of Kabuki syndrome, a rare congenital disorder, from Boston Children’s Hospital.
Myopia
Condition
Children with myopia (nearsightedness) can see close up, but have problems seeing things far away.
Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
Condition
Retinopathy of prematurity (ROP) affects blood vessels in premature babies’ eyes. Infants with more severe forms of ROP face a serious risk of blindness.
Vision Therapy
Treatment
Vision therapy is a series of exercises aimed at helping children whose eyes don’t work together properly.