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How long do i need to cover up my good eye to make my lazy eye stronger daily?

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Depends: This is highly dependent upon the age and depth of the amblyopia. Generally the time varies from 4-12 hours or more per day. The most important thing is to not induce amblyopia in the better seeing (covered) eye!

Dr Eitner and another doctor agreed

Answered 3/27/2012

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Dr. Stephen Hamilton answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

It depends : On multiple factors including your age and degree of amblyopia. Usually a patching regimen is recommended that will strengthen the amblyopia eye without risking the good eye becoming weaker. Discuss with your ophthalmologist.

Answered 7/5/2012

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