Doctors at workshop stress early detection of eye cancer in children
A workshop titled 'Kanmanigalin Kangal 2026' was held to raise awareness about retinoblastoma, a treatable eye cancer in children. Doctors emphasized the importance of early detection, particularly through photography that reveals abnormal reflexes in the eye. The event included discussions on treatment advancements and allowed interaction between medical teams and families.
- ▪The workshop focused on retinoblastoma, which primarily affects children under three years old.
- ▪Photography is highlighted as an early detection method for retinoblastoma.
- ▪The event featured participation from doctors across 20 leading hospitals.
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Sankara Nethralaya on Sunday organised “Kanmanigalin Kangal 2026”, a workshop aimed at raising awareness about retinoblastoma — a treatable eye cancer affecting children — while celebrating childhood cancer survivors.Retinoblastoma is commonly seen in children below the age of three.Doctors at the event said one of the earliest methods of detection was photography. In photographs taken using flash, a normal eye usually shows a red reflex at the centre of the pupil, while a white reflex could indicate retinoblastoma and requires immediate medical attention.The programme featured sessions on early detection, recent advances in treatment, and discussions on complex cases for doctors from various specialties.
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