Eye Facts

Congenital glaucoma is a rare eye condition that affects roughly 1 in 10,000 children. It is caused by a structural abnormality in the eye that prevents the normal flow of fluid out of the eye, leading to an increase in intraocular pressure. This increased pressure can cause damage to the optic nerve,...

Ptosis surgery, also known as blepharoplasty or droopy eyelid, is a procedure to correct drooping of the upper eyelid. It may be recommended for children if the ptosis is severe and is affecting the child's vision or appearance. The surgery involves making an incision in the skin of the upper eyelid and adjusting...

As a parent, when you learn that your child has congenital cataracts, your mind often jumps to the worst case scenario. To help ease any nerves you may have about prospective congenital cataract surgery, we've put together a simple explainer of what to expect before, during and after the procedure.

When your child is first diagnosed with Strabismus, it is likely your ophthalmologist will recommend occlusion therapy (AKA patching) to improve eye coordination and strength. This can include a program of activities that reinforce the eye-brain connection and may be completed while patching the stronger eye, allowing the "curious eye" to strengthen...

An issue with your child's vision doesn't just affect their ability to see, it also acts as a barrier to their overall learning and understanding of what is going on in their environment. Unless you're a professional, it can be hard to know if there is a problem, so we've compiled a...

Did you know that cases of Myopia (more commonly known as nearsightedness) are becoming more and more common in kids? The average age of a child developing myopia is also rapidly decreasing so, we thought we'd shine the spotlight on the condition and explain why this is.

At Speckles, we are all about learning all things eyes! The eyes are an amazing part of the body and help our children learn, grow and thrive. Impress your friends with your knowledge and check out these 10 eye-mazing facts about the eyes 👏