Strabismus is the condition in which both eyes are not parallel to each other. There are six muscles in the outer periphery of the eye that ensure the parallel alignment of the eyes, and when these muscles do not coordinate properly, strabismus occurs.
Early diagnosis is crucial for the treatment of strabismus. It is important to have regular eye examinations immediately after birth and throughout childhood. Delayed diagnosis can lead to lifelong vision impairment or aesthetic deformities in children's eyes.
Our eye muscles are controlled by the brain. Any paralysis that occurs in the eye muscles can cause strabismus. Strabismus can also occur due to eye disorders after the age of 2. Additionally, genetic factors can contribute to the development of strabismus.
Strabismus can be treated through optical therapy, surgical intervention, medical treatments, and orthoptic exercises.