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Eye Disorders in Children

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Many disorders of the eye require clinical care by a physician or other health care professional. Listed in the directory below are some, for which we have provided a brief overview.

Blepharitis

Blocked Tear Duct (Dacryostenosis)

Cellulitis

Chalazion

Conjunctivitis (Newborn/Childhood)

Keratitis

Retinoblastoma

Retinopathy of Prematurity

Stye (Hordeolum)

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