Strabismus (squint) is a condition in which the eyes are not properly aligned and point in different directions. One eye may turn inward, outward, upward, or downward while the other eye focuses normally. It can be constant or intermittent, and affects both children and adults. In children, untreated strabismus can lead to amblyopia (lazy eye).
Strabismus results from imbalance in the extraocular muscles controlling eye movement, or from problems with the nerve signals directing those muscles. It may be congenital (present from birth), develop in childhood, or occur in adults due to trauma, stroke, thyroid disease, or other neurological conditions.
Correcting refractive errors can improve alignment. Prism lenses help reduce double vision by redirecting light to the correct position on the retina.
Exercises to improve eye coordination and binocular vision, particularly effective for convergence insufficiency and intermittent deviations.
Surgical adjustment of the extraocular muscles to improve alignment. May be combined with glasses and exercises for optimal outcomes.
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