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Strabismus (Crossed Eyes)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) :
1. Can strabismus go away on its own?
In children, early stages of strabismus might improve with glasses or exercises, but without proper treatment, the condition can worsen. It’s unlikely to resolve without intervention.
2. Is surgery always required to treat strabismus?
Not necessarily. Many cases of strabismus, especially in children, can be corrected with glasses, eye exercises, or prism lenses. Surgery is typically a last resort if other treatments don’t work.
3. Is strabismus hereditary?
Yes, strabismus can run in families. If a parent or sibling has strabismus, a child has a higher risk of developing the condition.
About Strabismus (Crossed Eyes)
Strabismus, commonly known as crossed eyes, is a condition where the eyes do not properly align with each other when looking at an object. One eye may turn inward, outward, upward, or downward while the other eye remains focused. This condition can occur at any age and affects vision and depth perception.
Dr. Suraj Munjal, an experienced ophthalmologist, specializes in treating strabismus and other eye-related conditions with advanced techniques. Early diagnosis and treatment can greatly improve outcomes for individuals experiencing crossed eyes.
Causes of Strabismus
Strabismus can be caused by various factors, including:
- Genetic predisposition: Family history of strabismus or other vision problems.
- Nerve damage: Issues with the nerves that control the eye muscles.
- Muscle imbalances: Weakness or poor coordination in the eye muscles.
- Medical conditions: Conditions like cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, or stroke can increase the risk of strabismus.
- Uncorrected refractive errors: Significant farsightedness (hyperopia) can lead to strabismus in children.
- Eye injuries: Trauma to the eye or head can cause the condition.
Types of Strabismus
Strabismus can manifest in several different forms:
- Esotropia: One or both eyes turn inward (cross-eyed).
- Exotropia: One or both eyes turn outward (wall-eyed).
- Hypertropia: One eye turns upward.
- Hypotropia: One eye turns downward.
- Intermittent Strabismus: The misalignment occurs only sometimes, often when tired or stressed.
Symptoms of Strabismus
Common signs and symptoms of strabismus include:
- Misaligned eyes: Eyes not pointing in the same direction.
- Double vision: Seeing two images of a single object.
- Squinting or closing one eye: Often used to improve focus.
- Difficulty with depth perception: Trouble judging distances.
- Head tilting: To compensate for misalignment and improve vision.
- Eye strain or headaches: Especially after reading or focusing on an object for extended periods.
If you or your child experience any of these symptoms, it’s crucial to consult a specialist like Dr. Suraj Munjal for a thorough evaluation.
Diagnosis of Strabismus
The diagnosis of strabismus involves a comprehensive eye examination. Dr. Suraj Munjal uses specialized tests to assess:
- Eye alignment: How the eyes are positioned relative to each other.
- Vision clarity: Checking for refractive errors like nearsightedness or farsightedness.
- Eye movement: Testing the coordination of eye muscles.
- Binocular vision: Assessing how well the eyes work together to create a single image.
Early detection in children is particularly important to prevent complications like amblyopia (lazy eye).
Treatment for Strabismus
Dr. Suraj Munjal offers a variety of treatments for strabismus, depending on the underlying cause and severity:
- Prescription glasses: Correcting vision problems like farsightedness can often help align the eyes, especially in children.
- Prism lenses: These are used to reduce double vision and help align the eyes.
- Eye muscle exercises: Also known as orthoptics, these exercises help strengthen the eye muscles.
- Patching: Covering the stronger eye to improve vision in the weaker one, particularly in cases of amblyopia.
- Surgery: In cases where other treatments don’t correct the alignment, Dr. Munjal may recommend eye muscle surgery. This surgery repositions the eye muscles to improve alignment.
Cost of Strabismus Treatment and Stay in India
India has become a leading destination for affordable, high-quality medical care, including strabismus treatment. The cost of treatment at Dr. Suraj Munjal’s clinic is significantly lower than in many Western countries, without compromising on care quality.
Estimated costs:
- Consultation: INR 1,000 to 2,500
- Non-surgical treatments: INR 10,000 to 20,000
- Surgical correction: INR 50,000 to 1,00,000, depending on the complexity.