A member asked:

What to do if i have a lazy eye, can/ should it be fixed?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Usually not: Straightening out the eye will not improve the vision in the lazy eye. You might be socially awkward due to the eye position and then correction would be appropriate. It would be considered a cosmetic surgery however. It is of course not mandatory to fix it.

Answered 6/5/2017

4.1k views

Thank

Define "lazy eye": Most use the term for vision loss from one eye but some do for an eye that is not in alignment. Surgery can help with an alignment problem in kids and adults. The lazy eye (amblyopia) of vision loss can be helped if caught early. This is the brain turning off an eye with confusing input. Adults with long term amblyopia have permanent loss, even if surgery can lined up the eyes correctly.

Answered 6/5/2017

669 views

Thank

Related Questions

A member asked:

Can lazy eye get worse?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

How is a lazy eye formed?

5 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

A member asked:

How can you fix a lazy eye?

18 doctors weighed in across 5 answers

A member asked:

Can you develop a lazy eye?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

A member asked:

How can I lessen my lazy eye?

2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers