STRABISMUS

Squint or strabismus is a condition where the two eyes are misaligned; ie. one eye looks straight and the other eye appears to look away. Strabismus can result in decreased binocular or stereo (3D) vision, and children with strabismus can also develop a lazy eye (amblyopia).

Unfortunately, squints cannot be prevented. It can, however, be controlled with medical intervention.

Treatment varies with the type of squint present. In some, non-medical treatment (eg. spectacles and fusion exercises) are more appropriate, while in others, early surgery is necessary.