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My 5 month old has cross eye and her dr wants her to be checked by an eye dr. and waiting for appt. i'm freaking. what to expect! how is ittreated?
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Don't freak: Identifying and treating the problem early will avoid serious vision issues later. Depending on what the problem is exactly, there are a variety of treatments, from surgery to just covering her stronger eye to force her to use and strengthen the weaker one.
Answered 6/18/2015
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Understandable: It could be something as simple as her being too farsighted. Or it could be something obstructing vision, like a congenital cataract. Whatever it is, it has the potential of reducing vision in the crossed eye so keep the appointment. Hopefully it is with a pediatric ophthalmologist. If not, see if you can find one and get an appointment there!
Answered 3/12/2014
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