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What is Squint ?
Squint, also known as strabismus, is not a disease in the traditional sense, but rather a visual condition characterized by misalignment of the eyes. In a person with squint, one eye may be positioned differently from the other, resulting in an inability of the eyes to work together in a coordinated manner. This misalignment can lead to problems with binocular vision (using both eyes together), depth perception, and even visual discomfort.
Squint can manifest in different forms, and the specific type depends on the direction in which one of the eyes deviates :
- Esotropia: One eye turns inward, towards the nose.
- Exotropia: One eye turns outward, away from the nose.
- Hypertropia: One eye turns upward.
- Hypotropia: One eye turns downward.
Squint can occur in people of all ages, including infants and children. If left untreated, it can lead to vision problems such as amblyopia (lazy eye), where the brain suppresses input from one eye to avoid confusion, resulting in reduced visual acuity in that eye.
The exact cause of squint can vary and may involve factors like muscle imbalances, problems with nerve control of eye muscles, refractive errors (nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism), and certain underlying medical conditions.
Treatment for squint depends on its underlying cause, severity, and the patient’s age. Options include :
- Corrective Lenses: Glasses can be prescribed to correct refractive errors, which may contribute to the squint.
- Patch Therapy: If amblyopia is present, patching the stronger eye to encourage the weaker eye to develop better vision may be recommended, especially in children.
- Vision Therapy: This involves exercises and activities aimed at improving eye coordination and focusing abilities.
- Surgery: In cases where non-surgical interventions are insufficient, eye muscle surgery can be performed to realign the eyes.
- Prism Lenses: Prism lenses can be used to redirect light entering the eyes, helping to reduce the appearance of misalignment.
Squint is a treatable condition, and early intervention is important, particularly in children, to prevent long-term vision problems and restore proper binocular vision. If you suspect you or someone you know has squint, it’s important to consult with an eye care professional, such as an ophthalmologist or a pediatric ophthalmologist, for an accurate diagnosis and appropriate treatment plan.
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FAQ
When to see a doctor for squint?
When you see that your friends and near and dears are noticing a squint or sometimes you may even notice is yourself, visit a specialist soon.
