Are there any warning signs that parents can look for to tell whether their child is developing glaucoma?
Eye discoloration can be a clue, if corneal edema causes some bluish-white discoloration of the cornea. Otherwise, it is unlikely that any color change will tip off the parent to the potential presence of a problem. Decreased vision can be another clue that may indicate the onset of glaucoma. Other classical signs of glaucoma include tearing and photophobia, but these may not be observed in the child. Most times, the problem is detected during a routine monitoring visit. However, if there is any suspicion of a problem or a persistent change, do not hesitate to contact an ophthalmologist. How common are retinal detachments in aniridic patients? Aniridia itself probably does not cause retinal detachments. However, aniridic patients may have risk factors for retinal detachments, including high myopia (nearsightedness). Also, a small percentage of individuals will develop this problem, whether or not they have aniridia. If there are any symptoms of retinal detachment, including flashes of
