OCULOMOTOR APRAXIA

SYMPTOMS

Poor coordination and balance (ataxia) are the hallmarks of this illness, and it is generally the initial sign. The majority of those affected also suffer from oculomotor apraxia, which makes it hard to shift their eyes from side to side. Among the symptoms in children are:

• Eye movement issues
• Nerve function problems
• Incapacity to perceive things visually
• Difficulty in maintaining voluntary parallel contact
• Rapid head motions
• Trouble on focusing

Also, patients with oculomotor apraxia are sometimes misdiagnosed as blind. So, if your child has the symptoms of apraxia, talk to the doctor.

DIAGNOSIS

Doctors frequently diagnose ocularmotor apraxia by questioning parents concerns about their kid.  An eye specialist can accurately diagnose by examining the child’s eye movements. Other tests are sometimes performed as well. It might be to determine if the issue has a cause. Frequently, no reason is discovered. It is referred to as idiopathic. Moreover, periodic ophthalmologic exams should monitor other eye disorders related to the inability to shift one’s eyes voluntarily.

TREATMENT

Oculomotor apraxia does not have a specific treatment. The focus of medication is on symptom management. However, if a kid has this kind of disorder, parents should be concerned about the possible developmental problems this illness might cause. As a result, therapy can be begun sooner rather than later if necessary.  Long-term follow-up has revealed that these head movements reduce progressively over time in many children.

Furthermore, some children’s eye motions can improve over time, but not all. It’s impossible to tell which children will improve and which will deteriorate. So, speak with an expert to learn more about your child’s treatment options.