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Hayfever
This is an allergic reaction caused by the body releasing histamine into the bloodstream when triggered by certain pollen or mould spores. As with other allergies, it tends to run in families. So, if close relatives have hayfever, your child is more likely to suffer with it. It is also closely linked to asthma. The…
Blocked Tear Duct
Newborn babies don’t usually shed tears when they cry. But many babies have continually watery eyes instead as their tear ducts have not yet fully opened so any tears cannot drain away properly via the nose. The bacterial or viral infection conjunctivitis can also cause watery eyes but is usually accompanied by a sticky discharge…
Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis is a common eye infection in older babies and toddlers, caused by inflammation of the conjunctiva, (the protective transparent membrane which covers the eye), caused by either a bacterial or more commonly viral infection. Conjunctivitis symptoms include redness, itching, inflammation and a sticky discharge that can form a crust on the eyelids, especially after…
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Sticky eye
This is when your baby has a discharge from the eye and is most common in newborns during the first 24 hours after birth. Babies can pick up bacteria while passing through the birth canal. If you clean your baby’s eyes regularly, it should clear up in a day or so and, if it doesn’t,…
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Dry eyes during pregnancy
Pregnant women at risk of sore, irritated dry feeling eyes Did you know…? In a recent survey 42% of women reported suffering with dry, irritated and uncomfortable feeling eyes during pregnancy Hormonal changes such as those experienced during pregnancy can increase the risk of dry irritated feeling eyes 77% of new mums are unaware this…
Posted in Pregnancy Health Tagged Blink, discomfort, dry, energy levels, Eye, eye drops, irritated, Ophthalmology, Pregnancy, Sarah, Sjögren's syndrome, sore, Tears Leave a comment
Baby’s Eyes
Almost all babies have bluey-grey eyes at birth and it can take weeks or months for them to become what will be their lasting colour. Babies with dark skins may be born with brown eyes. In the first day or two, your baby’s eyelids may be a bit puffy. His eyes may also get sticky. If this happens,…
Research shows that sight defects are going undetected
Children as young as five years old are suffering from unnecessary difficulties due to undiagnosed sight defects, according to a new study. Dr David Thomson, from London’s City University, carried out the research between 1997 and 2001, and found that one in five school age children are suffering from undetected sight problems. The Royal National…
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New hope for newborns with severe eye problems
A new technique which greatly raises a baby’s chances of a successful eye transplant is being used by doctors at Great Ormond Street Hospital. Previously, doctors have avoided surgery on babies’ eyes because they have been unable to see into the baby’s eye and, without knowing the full extent of the problem, they run the risk of causing further damage.…
