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Can duane's syndrome be treated? is there any way to treat it with eye exercises? is surgery a good option to fix this syndrome? i was born with it please help. i'll be grateful i am 24 years old and not using any kind of medication?

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Please visit this site for information and discuss the issue with an ophthalmologist for in-person evaluation: https://rarediseases.org/rare-diseases/duane-syndrome/#:~:text=Duane%20syndrome%20(DS)%20is%20an,)%2C%20or%20in%20both%20directions.

Answered 12/27/2022

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Duane's syndrome cannot be cured, and there are no medications or exercises to treat it either. Surgery can improve the condition slightly and decrease symptoms. I suggest you get an exam by a pediatric ophthalmologist, since they deal with this on a regular basis.

Answered 12/30/2022

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