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Does nystagmus get worse with age?

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Nystagmus and age: Nystagmus is usually a result of some other condition. If heat condition gets worse and cannot be treated, it will get worse.

Dr Villaplana agreed

Answered 2/18/2013

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Usually not: Nystagmus is basically constant throughout life. There actually is a slight slowing with time just as most functions slow done. But the vision and function will be unchanged

Dr Cremers agreed

Answered 3/30/2015

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