Strabismus or a Lazy eye?

Question

I want to know what condition I have.

I've had crossed eyes since birth. They cross inward. I had surgey but the last surgery caused problems so I can't have anymore. Since around age 13 my eyes have been crossing more and more as the surgery has worn off I guess?

My right eye is completely crossed in to the point that you can't see the pupil. I can't move it out at all.

Is this a lazy eye? I don't know if it has vision because it is too crossed for the pupil to get light. When I cover my left eye the right eye is just a dark red blurr.

Even worst, my left eye also has limited turn out. I can't gaze to the left at all. I can only look straight ahead or to my right. To look left I have to turn my head.

Doctors seem confused because they all say something different! I'm looking for alternative treatment since surgery is a non-option. I desperately want to fix this, I hate my appearance and my limited abilities having this condition causes.

Answer 1

If at all possible you might want to consider seeing one of the top specialists - they might be able to help or at least eliminate some of the confusion.   Dr. Rosenbaum at UCLA or Dr. Buckley at Duke are two of the finest Doc's around for such situations.

Good luck

Answer 2

I have strabismus as well, but your case is worse than mine.  I also had two surgeries as well.  If your right eye was able to see normally after you were about 8 years old.  It should not be a lazy eye, but I have no way to know for sure.  It may have other damage due to not being exposed to light.  

I suggest seeking help from a behavioral optometrist.  They may be able to provide exercises to specifically help with your situation.

Good Luck  

Answer 3

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