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When to seek medical advice

Seek prompt medical care if your child has an eye injury or experiences sudden vision changes, especially if accompanied by:

• Severe eye pain or irritation
• Swelling or redness in or around the eyes
• Discharge of blood or pus from the eyes
• Unequal pupil sizes
• Problems with eye movement

See a specialist in vision problems (optometrist or ophthalmologist) if your child experiences any vision problems that impair his or her ability to read or write comfortably or participate in everyday activities.