Esotropia vs. Exotropia

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Esotropia vs Exotropia: Inward vs Outward Squint in Children

Squint in Children

Essential Insights: Understanding Your Child’s Squint Esotropia (inward squint) is more common in Western populations, while exotropia (outward squint) is more prevalent in East Asian children Early signs of esotropia include eyes turning inward and head tilting, while exotropia often presents as an outward eye drift when tired or daydreaming Accommodative esotropia is frequently caused […]

Esotropia vs. Exotropia

Esotropia vs. Exotropia: What Type of Squint Do You Have?

Squint Surgery

Esotropia vs. Exotropia Esotropia vs. Exotropia: Esotropia involves inward eye turning (toward the nose) while exotropia involves outward eye turning (away from the nose). Causes vary by age: In children, squints often relate to refractive errors, neurodevelopmental issues, or genetic factors; in adults, they may result from decompensation of childhood squints, neurological conditions, or trauma.

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