Strabismus, also called “lazy eye” or “wandering eye,” is a condition in which one or both eyes can deviate inward, outward, upward, or downward.
In children over six months of age, a fluctuating strabismus can occur. This can be normal in some cases, but it is important to have an ophthalmological examination to rule out any underlying problems.
Some children are born with strabismus, while in others it may be the result of an imbalance in the eye muscles.
Signs and symptoms of strabismus include a child who looks cross-eyed, has difficulty judging distances and picking up objects, squinting one eye to see better, or experiences dizziness.
Early diagnosis of the underlying cause is essential to prevent permanent vision loss. Treatment for strabismus can be done in several ways: by covering the stronger eye to stimulate the weaker eye, wearing glasses, using eye drops, eye muscle exercises or surgery to correct the position of the eyes.