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Amblyopia (Lazy Eye)

Overview

Amblyopia, commonly known as "lazy eye," is a vision development disorder that typically begins in childhood. It occurs when the vision in one eye does not develop properly, usually due to poor visual stimulation. This can happen when one eye is stronger than the other, or if the eyes are misaligned (strabismus), causing the brain to favor the stronger eye and ignore the images from the weaker one.

There are several types of amblyopia:

  • Strabismic Amblyopia
  • Refractive Amblyopia
  • Deprivation Amblyopia

    • Causes

    Amblyopia, or lazy eye, can have several causes, often related to issues that disrupt normal vision development in childhood. Some of the primary causes include:

  • Strabismus
  • Refractive errors
  • Deprivation
  • Genetics
  • Environmental factors
  • Childhood illnesses or injuries

    • Symptoms

  • Squinting or closing one eye
  • Poor depth perception
  • Tilting or turning the head
  • Difficulty with tasks requiring good vision
  • Favoring one eye
  • Eye wandering
  • Headaches or eye strain

    • Treatment: Modern Medicine

    Some common approaches to treating amblyopia include:

  • Corrective lenses
  • Patching therapy
  • Atropine eye drops
  • Vision therapy
  • Surgery

    • Treatment: Traditional Medicine

    Here are some strategies that may help:

  • Encourage eye exercises
  • Provide a stimulating environment
  • Ensure proper lighting
  • Maintain a healthy lifestyle
  • Encourage good eye hygiene
  • Monitor visual behavior

    • Caution

  • Consultation with an eye care professional
  • Individualized treatment
  • Avoidance of harmful practices
  • Awareness of limitations

    • Prevention

  • Regular well-child visits
  • Scheduled eye exams
  • Be aware of risk factors
  • Observe your child's behavior
  • Maintain a healthy environment

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