What is Anophthalmia – Microphthalmia (A/M)?
In layman’s terms Anophthalmia is the medical term that describes the complete absence of the globe and ocular tissue (eye) from the orbit. Microphthalmia is the term used to describe small eyes and it can range from barely noticeable to severe. Severe microphthalmia is essentially the same as anophthalmia.
People usually use the terms Anophthalmia and Microphthalmia interchangeably but there are some differences.
Baby Faith was born with severe bilateral (both eyes) microphthalmia.
If you’d like to read more about A/M, you’re welcome to visit:
ICAN
International Children’s Anophthalmia and Microphthalmia Network.
