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Amblyopia, also referred to as "lazy eye," is a condition of the visual system brought on by the formation of misaligned visual pathways during development. Reduced vision in one or both eyes that cannot be accounted for solely by structural abnormalities of the ocular or optic nerve is known as amblyopia. It is the most typical reason why children and young adults have less vision in one eye.

WHAT ARE THE CAUSES OF LAZY EYE?

Eyes that are squinting (strabismus).

The two eyes' glasses numbers are very significantly different from one another.

An eyelid that is drooping and will block the visual axis.

Congenital cataract.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF LAZY EYE?

Loss of vision that cannot be treated with glasses or other treatments is one of the first signs of lazy eye. The lazy eye does not see much. Additionally, strabismus, squinting, and eye tremors (nystagmus) are signs of lazy eye.

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WHO IS AT RISK?

Amblyopia can be brought on by first- and second-degree relatives who have the condition, congenitally droopy eyelids, cataracts, keratitis sequelae, or any other condition that impairs vision.

HOW IS LAZY EYE DIAGNOSED?

A routine eye exam in a facility with all imaging tools and a pediatric ophthalmologist on staff can be used to diagnose lazy eye.

HOW IS LAZY EYE TREATED?

By wearing glasses.

Operation of the weak eye by placing an eye patch over the healthy eye at predetermined intervals, to be determined by the specialist doctor.

Cycloplegic medications.

For those with strabismus, surgery may be necessary.

Simulations that improve vision, like CAM and Neurovision.

Exercises using cutting-edge virtual reality glasses

Correction of current issues like cataracts and droopy eyelids.

WHAT EFFECT DOES LAZY EYE HAVE ON MY SIGHT?

When compared to the other eye, the lazy eye sees less. This may occasionally prevent circumstances like obtaining a driver's license at an advanced age or working as a soldier or police officer due to low vision. One eye's poor vision prevents the development of 3D vision. Problems like clumsiness and incompetence may result from this.

IS THERE A SURGERY TO TREAT LAZY EYE?

Amblyopia can be treated surgically for conditions like cataracts, droopy eyelids, and drooping eyes, but many different treatments must be used concurrently, firmly, and over an extended period of time to be effective. In cases like strabismus, surgery is occasionally used as a first line of defense or as an additional form of therapy.

Op.Dr. M. Bülent Doğu
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