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My 23 month old son was squeezing his eyes shut sporadically throughout the day, but excessive flashing lights seemed to heighten it tonight like tv?

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Dr. Olivia Liao answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Sounds normal: If you are concerned consider getting it checked out.

Dr Klauber agreed

Answered 9/26/2013

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Habitual blinking: This sounds like an unconscious habit that your son has developed over time. It may be worsened by bright lights or fatigue. As indicated above, it's a good idea to have this evaluated to make sure there are no eye problems causing this.

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A member asked:

My 23 month old son was squeezing his eyes shut sporadically throughout the day, but excessive flashing lights seemed to heighten it tonight like tv?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Olivia Liao answered

Dr Klauber agreed

Dr. Richard Wieder answered

Dr Jackson agreed

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