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Strabismus is a disorder that causes one eye to be misaligned with the other when focusing. |
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Symptoms
Eyes that appear crossed; Eyes that do not align in the same direction; Uncoordinated eye movements (eyes that do not...
Causes
Strabismus is caused by a lack of coordination between the eyes. As a result, the eyes look in different directions a...
Tests
Your child's health care provider will first determine if the child truly has strabismus. If the child has strabismus...
Treatments
Initially, strategies to strengthen the weakened muscles and thereby realign the eyes are attempted. Glasses may be p...
Complications
Loss of vision in one eye due to amblyopia; Embarrassment over facial appearance with eye patch.
Prevention
Strabismus is a condition in which the eyes do not align in the same direction. It is also called crossed eyes or squ...
Doctor Specialties
Strabismus requires prompt medical evaluation. Call for an appointment with your health care provider or eye doctor i...
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