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Amblyopia

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Alternative Names

Lazy eye


Symptoms

Amblyopia should be suspected in a child if any of the following are seen:

  • Eyes that turn in or out
  • Eyes that do not appear to work together
  • Inability to judge depth correctly

Signs and tests

Amblyopia is usually easily diagnosed with a complete examination of the eyes. Special tests are usually not required.


Review Date: 08/08/2006
Reviewed By: Paul B. Griggs, MD, Department of Ophthalmology, Virginia Mason Medical Center, Seattle, WA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.

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