Kids with Autism have higher chances of eye disorders

Study done by Sankara Eye Hospital finds out, 83 out of 100 children with Autism have been diagnosed with several eye disorders

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Autism spectrum disorder (ASD) is a condition that not only affects the child's behaviour but also has a significant impact on their visual system. It is crucial to understand the connection between autism and visual issues that will help to ensure proper diagnosis and intervention strategies. In a study done by Sankara Eye Hospital, 83 out of 100 children with Autism have been diagnosed with several eye disorders such as refractive errors and eye muscle weakness in the form of convergence and accommodation issues during the regular eye screening.

Autism can be present with several eye issues that might affect the child's perception and behaviour. One common problem faced by children with autism is a refractive error where the child may experience difficulty in focusing due to the incorrect shape of the eye or lenses. Additionally, eye muscle weakness is another common occurrence causing difficulties in coordinating eye movements.

Dr Vidhya. C, Consultant Paediatric Ophthalmology- Sankara Eye Hospital, Bengaluru: