A 45-year-old member asked:
I've got strabismus in my left eye. it always turns inward when i focus. how can i correct this without surgery?
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Dr. Tim Conradanswered
Ophthalmology 34 years experience
Glasses: This sounds like accommodative esotropia. Glasses or contact lenses are usually used to control this.
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A 35-year-old member asked:
What to do if I have strabismus in my left eye. it always turns inward when I focus. how can I correct this without surgery?
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Dr. Mrunalini Parvatanenianswered
ADHD and Autism 27 years experience
Sometimes glasses: Glasses (sometimes with prism is an option).
This is not a great option if the turning is large
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