Strabismus (crossed eyes) occurs when the eyes are not aligned properly. Known causes include:
- Premature birth
- Down syndrome
- Neurological disorders
There are three common types of strabismus:
- Esotropia
- Exotropia
- Hypertropia
Recommended treatment includes:
- Eyeglasses
- Patching
- Surgery
Amblyopia (lazy eye) occurs when nerve pathways between the brain and an eye are not properly stimulated causing the brain to favor the other eye. Treatment includes:
- Eye drops
- Glasses or contact lenses
- Patching
- Surgery
Double vision causes a patient to see two of the same image instead of one and is commonly treated with:
- Eye exercises
- Glasses or contact lenses
- Patching
- Surgery
