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Is it okay to get a lazy eye for short period of time?
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Not sure: Amblyopia (lazy eye) is a developmental condition usually from childhood. Once it develops is difficult or if untreated, impossible to reverse.
Answered 12/9/2014
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No: A lazy eye is one that has not worked as well as the other eye essentially since birth. It does not usually develop later in life, although may worsen and appear to have suddenly occured. If the eye is turning off-axis compared to your "strong" eye, you should see an eye doctor. Undiagnosed lazy eye, diabetes or other conditions may be the culprit.
Answered 7/5/2012
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No: Lazy eye can refer to eyes not aligned properly, then there may be a muscle weakness or cranial nerve palsy involved, stroke, etc. And this should be check out right away. When eyes get tired, a decompensation of an underlying phoria can happen with eyes drifting out. Lazy eye in amblyopia doesn't happen for a short time.
Answered 3/26/2013
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