"What is the outlook (prognosis)?
As a rule, the younger the child is treated, the quicker the improvement in vision is likely to be, and the better the chance of restoring full normal vision. If treatment is started before the age of about 6-7 years then it is often possible to restore normal vision. If treatment is started in older children then some improvement in vision may still occur but full normal vision is unlikely to be achieved.
The most important point is that you must follow the advice given by an orthoptist or eye surgeon about patching (or similar methods to force the affected eye to work). The most common reason why eye patching does not work as well as it might is because treatment is not followed as instructed. Wearing an eye patch for much of the day for several weeks or months may be irritating to some children. However, do try to encourage your child to persist with treatment for the long-term benefit of good vision."
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6 Jan 2008
Prognosis - Amblyopia
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