Question
I noticed yesterday a little white fleck in my 7 month old's eye. It is very tiny and can only be seen when you are really close. It sits over the pupil area. The reason I am concerned is that it has not moved positions like forgien objects do. What could this be and is this something I should see a doctor about?
Answer
Hi Cheryl:
A white fleck over the pupillary area could possibly be a congenital anterior lens opacity called a "Mittendorf Dot"and requires no treatment or it could also be in the central cornea and also will not move . In either case, it will not affect the child's visual development. Hope this helps you out.
Dr. Ken
Hi again ; Iwas concerned that you felt the answer i gave you was not clear. Perhaps I can improve upon the clarity of the answer. Specifically what is it that you don't understand? Dr. Berger
