My 8 month old baby is unable to focus properly even though the retina, optic nerve, and VEP tests were normal. Glasses were advised, but there has been no improvement. What could be the reason for this?
An 8-month-old baby who is not focusing properly despite normal retinal, optic nerve and VEP tests may still have delayed visual development or difficulty with how the brain interprets visual signals. Sometimes babies take longer to develop steady eye contact and tracking, particularly if there was a premature birth, developmental delay, squint, weak eye muscles or high refractive error. In some children, the vision improves gradually as the nervous system matures. If glasses were recommended, but there is no improvement yet, the power may need reassessment, or the baby may require more evaluation by a pediatric eye specialist and developmental specialist. Doctors may observe eye movements, reaction to faces, object tracking and overall growth milestones. Early stimulation with colourful toys, face interaction, and good lighting may support visual attention. Inform your doctor if the baby does not recognise parents, avoids eye contact, or shows delayed development in other activities.