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What is the difference between strabismus and lazy eye?
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Muscle/visual acuity: Lazy eye (aka amblyopia) is reduced visual acuity usually from abnormal development. Strabismus is an imbalance in the muscles of the eye which results in incoordination of the eyes, thereby affecting vision. Strabismus is a cause of amblyopia. Please refer to the site below for additional info. http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/lazy-eye/ds00887 thank yo.
Answered 10/3/2016
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Lazy eye: Lazy eye (amblyopia) & strabismus are used interchangeably, having same meaning. Other names are crossed eyes or wandering eyes.
Answered 11/24/2012
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