Crossed Eyes (Strabismus)

When To Call A Professional

You should talk to your child's health care professional as soon as possible about any concerns about a child's ability to see or about the alignment of his or her eyes. A child who has constant strabismus at any age or intermittent strabismus that lasts beyond 3 months of age should be evaluated by a pediatric ophthalmologist.

An adult who develops double vision or other signs of strabismus should contact his or her health care professional for further evaluation.

Prognosis

With early detection, accurate diagnosis and proper treatment, the outlook for children with strabismus is excellent. Treatment before age 6 years of age, and especially before 2 years of age, gives the best results.

Additional Info

American Optometric Association 243 North Lindbergh Blvd. St. Louis, MO 63141 Phone: (314) 991-4100 Fax: (314) 991-4101 http://www.aoanet.org/