Lens coloboma refers to the congenital defect that occurs in the shape of the lens, particularly in the zonules and ciliary bodies. This anomaly occurs during ocular development. Surgery is recommended to improve the vision. This condition is usually associated with other ocular defects or systemic disorders.
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How to treat coloboma in a newborn?
Query: Hello doctor, My son is nearly 2 weeks old. We took him to the hospital last week and he has been diagnosed with coloboma in both eyes he has not been seen by an ophthalmologist as of yet we are still awaiting the appointment me and my partner are so worried. He hardly opens his eyes. Please advise... Read Full »
Answer: Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. It pains me to see your child having a supposedly congenital defect of eyes. However, the picture needs to be more front on to have a clear idea regarding the site of coloboma. Coloboma is essentially defects in different parts of the eyes. There may be a defect in o... Read Full »