Preparing questions in advance can help patients and parents have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their or their child’s treatment options. The following questions related to eye problems and children may be helpful:

1. How do I know if my child has an eye problem?
   
   
2. What methods will you use to determine the cause of my child’s eye problem?
   
   
3. What are some of the steps my child can take to prevent eye problems?
   
   
4. What are my child’s treatment options?
   
   
5. When can I expect my child’s symptoms to subside?
   
   
6. Is my child’s eye problem progressive or contagious?
   
   
7. Is my child’s eye problem dangerous?
   
   
8. Will the condition temporarily or permanently affect my child’s sight?
   
   
9. What signs should I look for that might indicate that my child’s eye problem requires medical attention?
   
   
10. What types of eye problems is my child most at risk for?