Squint / Lazy Eye (Amblyopia & Strabismus)
Known Symptoms
- Eyes not properly aligned or appearing crossed.
- Poor depth perception or difficulty judging distances.
- Tilting head to compensate for vision misalignment.
- Squinting or closing one eye to focus.
Known Causes
- Refractive errors causing unequal visual input.
- Imbalance of ocular muscles controlling eye movement.
- Family history of strabismus or amblyopia.
- Premature birth or developmental ocular issues.
Care
- Early eye screening and monitoring in children.
- Use corrective lenses to address refractive errors.
- Patching therapy to strengthen the weaker eye.
- Surgical correction for persistent or severe misalignment.
- Eyes not properly aligned or appearing crossed.
- Poor depth perception or difficulty judging distances.
- Tilting head to compensate for vision misalignment.
- Squinting or closing one eye to focus.
Featured Specialities
Our Speciality Services
Ophthalmology
In our Department of Ophthalmology, we provide comprehensive eye care for all ages, ranging from routine vision checks to complex surgery. Our ophthalmologists diagnose and treat cataracts, glaucoma, corneal disease (including transplants), retinal disorders, paediatric eye problems, and eye injuries or infections. In addition to advanced diagnostics, such as slit-lamp exams, OCT, perimetry, and imaging, we offer proven treatments such as phacoemulsification, ICLs, retinal and glaucoma surgery, as well as oculoplastic and lacrimal procedures. Care is coordinated with other specialties for safe peri-operative support and rehabilitation, and our clinics and theatres are equipped for day-case and inpatient procedures.
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