Findings on Pain and Central Nervous System Detailed by Investigators at Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) (Childhood Eye Examination In Primary Care).

A recent report from Pennsylvania State University (Penn State) highlights the importance of routine eye examinations for children. The research reveals that approximately 7% of children in the United States have a diagnosed eye disorder, and 1 in 4 children between the ages of two and 17 wear glasses. Early detection and treatment of abnormalities through eye examinations can optimize children's vision. The report recommends vision screening starting at three years of age and at regular intervals throughout childhood. Common abnormalities include refractive errors, amblyopia, and strabismus, while rare diagnoses include retinoblastoma, cataracts, and glaucoma. [Extracted from the article]

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