Dr. Bandivadekar Pooja Mohan
Ophthalmology (Eye Care)
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Hi doctor,
I am a 29-year-old male. My left eye is blind, not fully blind, but if I watch a power full light, I just see a white low light. I had this problem for 23 years. It is due to retinal detachment because of which I have to squint heavily. I repaired my detachment with a scleral buckle nine months ago but I still feel blind like the previous time. Now I want to go for a strabismus surgery to make my face look good. Do you think it is possible for strabismus surgery in my situation?
Hello,
Welcome to icliniq.com.
I read your query and can understand your concern.
Since you had a long-standing retinal problem, the probability of recovering vision is low. You have a sensory squint, and the eye deviates out when it has poor vision. Squint surgery is a successful option to regain facial symmetry. However, over a period of two to four years, the eye is likely to deviate again considering the minimal vision in your eye. However, a re-surgery can be done in this case. There are chances of recurrence (greater than 50 %) after a repeat surgery. You have to decide the importance of the cosmesis that the squint surgery will get you. It will not improve your vision. If you are ready for another surgery, then it is an option. I hope this helps. Thanks and take care.
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