Strabismus

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Strabismus is a vision condition where the eyes are not properly aligned with each other, resulting in an inability to maintain simultaneous eye alignment on an object of visual interest. This condition can manifest as cross-eye (esotropia), where one eye points inward, or walleye (exotropia), where one eye points outward.

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Pathophysiology[edit | edit source]

The six extraocular muscles attached to each eye control eye movement. These muscles work in pairs, with one muscle of each pair responsible for "pulling" the eye in a specific direction, while its counterpart "pushes". When these muscles do not function together effectively, strabismus occurs. This can be due to issues with the muscles themselves or the nerves controlling them.

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

Strabismus can present in different ways, with some individuals showing visible misalignment of the eyes, while in others, the condition may only be noticeable during times of stress or illness. Symptoms can include:

  • Eyes that look misaligned
  • Double vision
  • Poor depth perception
  • Closing or covering one eye, especially in bright sunlight
  • Eye strain or fatigue

Treatment[edit | edit source]

Treatment options for strabismus include:

  • Glasses or contact lenses: Some cases of strabismus can be corrected with glasses or contact lenses, especially when associated with refractive errors like farsightedness.
  • Vision therapy: This involves specific exercises designed to improve coordination and control of the eye muscles.
  • Surgery: In more severe cases, surgery may be necessary to adjust the position or strength of the eye muscles.
  • Patching: This can help in cases of amblyopia ("lazy eye"), often associated with strabismus.

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