Indiplopia(double vision), you see more than one image at the same time.
This may occur in just one or both eyes.
It all depends on the underlying cause.
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That begins with determining whether the double vision affects one or both eyes.
In monocular diplopia, just one eye is affected.
When just that eye is open, you may see a ghost image.
Does Treatment Correct Diplopia?
Sometimes, diplopia resolves on its own, but you shouldn’t count on this.
Fortunately, there are a variety of approaches to correcting double vision.
If you havebinocular double visioncaused by seeing two conflicting images, then your eye doctor may recommend occlusion therapy.
This involves patching one eye or blocking off one of the lenses on your glasses.
This gives the muscles of the other eye a chance to catch up.
Depending on the issue, this may be a temporary approach or ongoing.
If the eyes are misaligned due to muscle issues, muscle surgery may be recommended in some instances.
When a person over 65 complains of monocular diplopia, the usual diagnosis is cataracts or dry eyes.
The cause of diplopia can vary in younger peoplecommonly, it is dry eyes or ophthalmic migraine.
It may indicate an issue with the brain that needs to be looked at more closely.
Other red flags may beheadaches with vision problemsor vision loss unrelated to issues with the eye itself.
Also, note any other symptoms.
Something like a stroke, for example, can come on suddenly.
Anyone experiencing symptoms such as these should immediately call 911.
A prism is a pie-shaped piece of glass or plastic that can bend light to bring two images together.
In many cases, these symptoms can be treated and alleviated.
Summary
Double vision can occur in one or both eyes.
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