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Medical Conditions - Exotropia

Exotropia is an eye condition in which one or both eyes deviate outward toward the ears. An imbalance in eye muscles or issues in signaling between the brain and eye causes exotropia. Headaches, eyestrain, and blurry vision are complications of this condition. The main goal of exotropia treatment is to correct the misalignment of the eyes and improve vision.

All exotropia Q&A

How to treat intermittent exotropia?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Intermittent exotropia is common in young people. One or both eyes go outward on and off commonly when they are inattentive, under stress or illness.

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What are the effects of childhood intermittent exotropia?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com I read your query and understand your concern. Intermittent exotropia is the most common form of squint in India.

Can squint surgery help treat diplopia?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Diplopia is occurring definitely due to squinting because, in this, the image which is formed will be defocussed. It has occurred secondary to the trauma.

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Can pencil push-ups treat my exotropia?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Cover test is the best test to find true exotropia, and if there are no issues with the test, then there is no true exotropia. You might be having a pseudoexotropia.

I developed intermittent exotropia in late adulthood. Is it a concerning issue?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. As you have described you have started intermittent exotropia at later age right.

My right eye is smaller and looking down after exotropia surgery. Why?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand your concerns. From the image you sent (attachment removed to protect patient identity), I can see that your right eye is a bit red.

How to correct hypermetropia?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. My suggestion is to get cycloplegic refraction done and use glasses as per prescription given after cycloplegic refraction.

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