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Amblyopia

Our Treatments

  1. Cataract Treatment
  2. Glaucoma
  3. Oculoplasty Treatment
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  5. Amblyopia
  6. Contact Lenses
  7. Cornea
  8. Diabetic Retinopathy
  9. Dry Eye
  10. ICL
  11. Keratoplasty
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  13. Lasik
  14. Trans PRK Surgery
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  16. Limbal Stem Cell Deficiency
  17. Low Vision Aids
  18. Myopia Management
  19. Neuro Ophthalmology
  20. Paediatric Ophthalmology
  21. Retina and Uvea
  22. Squint

Amblyopia

At Swarup Eye Centre, we understand the critical importance of early detection and treatment of amblyopia, commonly known as "lazy eye." This condition, if left unaddressed, can significantly impact a child's visual development and lead to lifelong vision impairment.

What is Amblyopia?

  • It's a condition where the vision in one eye doesn't develop properly during early childhood.
  • The brain favors the stronger eye, and over time, the weaker eye's vision deteriorates.
  • It typically affects one eye, but it can affect both eyes in rare cases.
  • It is a very common cause of vision decrease in children. If not treated, it can lead to permanent vision loss.


Causes

  • Strabismus (crossed eyes): Misalignment of the eyes is a common cause.
  • Refractive errors: Unequal refractive errors (like nearsightedness, farsightedness, or astigmatism) between the two eyes.
  • Deprivation amblyopia: This occurs when something obstructs vision in one eye, such as a cataract or a droopy eyelid (ptosis).

Symptoms

  • Reduced vision in one eye.
  • Poor depth perception.
  • Eye misalignment (in strabismic amblyopia).
  • Often there are no obvious symptoms, which is why eye examinations are so important.

Diagnosis

  • A comprehensive eye exam by an ophthalmologist or optometrist is necessary.
  • Vision testing is crucial, especially in young children.

Treatment

Early detection and treatment are essential for the best outcomes. Treatment options include:

  • Corrective lenses: Glasses or contact lenses to correct refractive errors.
  • Patching: Covering the stronger eye to force the weaker eye to work harder.
  • Technology and Computer-Based Therapies: Advances in technology have led to the development of computer-based vision therapy programs (like Bynocs) to improve vision through interactive and engaging exercises.
  • Surgery: In some cases, surgery may be necessary to correct underlying conditions that cause amblyopia, such as strabismus (misaligned eyes) or cataracts.