A member asked:

What function does a nystagmus have?

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Dr. Jan Lei Iwata answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

No function: Is usually not desirable to have, and can be as a result of a congenital or acquired cause. Saccadic movements can appear as slow and fast, and might appear like it's nystagmus, when it's not, and are normal findings during testing.

Answered 11/29/2014

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