strabismus (Meaning)

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strabismus (n)

abnormal alignment of one or both eyes

Strabismus, commonly known as crossed eyes, is a condition where the eyes are misaligned.
Persistent strabismus can lead to vision impairment if not treated early on.
Treatment for strabismus typically involves surgery, vision therapy, or a combination of both.
Infantile strabismus, also known as congenital strabismus, is a type of strabismus that develops in children under the age of six months.
Acquired strabismus is a type of strabismus that develops after infancy.
Esotropia is a form of strabismus where the eyes turn inward.
Exotropia is a form of strabismus where the eyes turn outward.
Hypertropia is a form of strabismus where one eye turns upward.
Hypotropia is a form of strabismus where one eye turns downward.
Strabismus can be caused by a variety of factors, including muscle imbalances, nerve damage, and structural abnormalities in the eye.

abnormal alignment of one or both eyes

diplopia, astigmatism, squint, myopia, eyesight, hyperopia, nearsightedness, aniseikonia, eye, presbyopia

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Strabismus, commonly known as crossed eyes, is a condition where the eyes are misaligned.

Persistent strabismus can lead to vision impairment if not treated early on.

Treatment for strabismus typically involves surgery, vision therapy, or a combination of both.

Infantile strabismus, also known as congenital strabismus, is a type of strabismus that develops in children under the age of six months.