Growing children should have their power reviewed every 6 months (if wearing glasses) or annually.
Child-Friendly Vision & Myopia Clinic
Paediatric Eye Care and Myopia Control in Hyderabad
Gentle, child-friendly eye examinations, childhood myopia (minus power) control, lazy eye (amblyopia) care, and parent lifestyle counselling in Hyderabad.
Overview /
Understanding paediatric eye care
A child's visual system develops rapidly from birth through the first 8 to 10 years of life. Undetected refractive errors (minus/plus/cylindrical power), squint, or lazy eye (amblyopia) during school years can affect both classroom learning and lifelong vision.
Known for her warm, reassuring way with children, Dr. Kulsum Zaidi combines accurate cycloplegic refraction with practical parent counselling—helping families slow down fast-increasing childhood myopia and build healthy screen-time and outdoor habits.
AT OUR SUN CITY CENTRE
Unhurried, doctor-led evaluation
Every examination is performed personally by Dr. Kulsum Zaidi. You receive a clear explanation of your eye findings, treatment choices, and expected recovery before making any decision.
Symptoms & diagnosis /
When to see the doctor & what we check
Early assessment gives you the widest, safest choice of treatments.
01 / Symptoms
Signs to watch for
- Sitting very close to the TV or holding books and phones close to the face
- Squinting, tilting the head, or rubbing eyes frequently while reading the classroom board
- Frequent headaches or tired, watering eyes after school or online classes
- Minus spectacle power increasing rapidly every 6 months
- One eye turning inward or outward (squint / strabismus) or excessive blinking
02 / Suitability
Who should be examined
- Newborns & infants (at birth for congenital check, at 6 months, and premature babies at 20–30 days for ROP)
- Preschoolers around age 3 and before starting formal school (age 5–6)
- School-age children once every year—especially if parents wear glasses or screen use is high
03 / Diagnostics at our centre
Tests we perform
Child-Friendly Visual Acuity & Binocular Check
Age-appropriate symbol and letter charts to test each eye comfortably.
Cycloplegic Refraction (Accurate Power Check)
Relaxes a child's strong focusing muscles with gentle drops so hidden plus/minus power is measured accurately.
Myopia Progression & Retinal Check
Evaluates why minus power is increasing and checks retinal health.
Step by step /
What happens on the day
Every step is explained before it happens so you and your family feel calm and prepared.
01
Relaxed, Fear-Free Vision Check
We make the eye test feel like a game so even shy toddlers cooperate happily.
02
Dilated / Cycloplegic Power Confirmation
Ensures your child never gets over-prescribed minus glasses due to eye muscle spasm.
03
Parent Lifestyle & Screen-Time Roadmap
Dr. Kulsum guides parents on outdoor sunlight time, reading distance, nutrition, and screen breaks.
Options & planning your budget /
Treatment options & cost transparency
Paediatric eye consultations are kept family-friendly, with affordable children's frames and lenses available in our in-house optical shop.
What determines your cost?
- Comprehensive paediatric eye check & cycloplegic refraction
- Standard children's lenses vs. specialised myopia-control spectacles
Payments & insurance
We accept UPI and Cash payments (no card payments). We also support health insurance and TPA claims—message us on WhatsApp with your policy card or prescription to receive a clear package estimate before your visit.
After your visit /
Recovery, benefits & honest safety notes
Key benefits at our centre
- Prevents school learning difficulties caused by undetected blurry board vision
- Proactive myopia control to prevent high minus numbers (-6D and above) in adulthood
- Regular school eye screening camps conducted by our team across Hyderabad
What to know about risks & aftercare
Lazy eye (amblyopia) responds best when treated before age 8 to 10. Delaying a child's first eye exam or avoiding needed glasses out of fear that 'glasses will become permanent' can hinder normal visual development.
For any post-procedure redness, pain, or sudden vision change, our 24/7 emergency line (+91 70755 57008) is always reachable.
Who leads it /
Dr. Kulsum Zaidi
M.B.B.S., D.O.M.S. (Ophthalmology) · Fellowships in Medical Retina & Retinopathy of Prematurity (ROP)
With over 20 years of ophthalmic experience, 2,000+ surgeries, and 500+ newborn ROP screenings, Dr. Kulsum personally evaluates every patient and explains all options in plain language.
Video explainer by Dr. Kulsum / 
7 Essential Eye Care Tips for Children: A Guide for Parents
Simple daily lifestyle habits, outdoor sunlight tips, screen-time rules, and check-up milestones every parent should know to protect their child's developing eyes.
FAQ
Common questions
Something else on your mind? Call our reception desk on +91 70755 57008 and we'll talk it through.
Children should have a baseline eye check at birth (or within 30 days if premature for ROP), at 6 months, at age 3, and before starting school around age 5–6, followed by annual school-year checks.
That is a very common myth! Glasses do not weaken the eyes—they simply focus light clearly on the retina so your child's brain develops sharp 6/6 vision. Not wearing needed glasses actually strains the eyes.
At least 60 to 90 minutes of outdoor daylight play daily, holding books/screens at elbow distance, following the 20-20-20 rule, and using our medical myopia-control options can significantly slow down progression.
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