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How is strabismus diagnosed?
Strabismus can be diagnosed during an eye examination. It is recommended that all children have their vision checked by their pediatrician, family doctor or ophthalmologist on or before their fourth birthday. If there is a family history of strabismus or
amblyopia, an ophthalmologist can check the vision even before the age of three.
An infant's eyes may seem to be crossed. Young children often have a wide, flat nose and a fold of skin at the inner eyelid that can make the eyes appear crossed. This appearance of strabismus may reduce as the child grows. A child will not outgrow true strabismus.
An ophthalmologist can usually tell the difference between true and false strabismus.
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