Squint
Sometimes, a lazy eye (amblyopia) can result in a noticeable squint (strabismus). It can also result in permanent loss of sight in the eye if left untreated.
Central vision
If the lazy eye is not treated at an early age, your child’s central vision (equal sight in both eyes) may not develop properly. This will affect daily activities, such as reading and writing, and it may prevent your child using a computer and driving (when they are older).
Lack of compliance
Most poor results of the treatment of a lazy eye are due to a lack of compliance from either the parent, or carer, or the child. It is very important that a suitable treatment is found which can be stuck to.
If you are having trouble with one kind of treatment, you should discuss an alternative with your orthoptist (a specialist in childhood eye problems).
If surgery is recommended, you should be aware that it can take more than one operation to improve the appearance of a squint. Also, following surgery, glasses may still need to be worn and, if the lazy eye returns, a patch may still be necessary.
