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Amblyopia in one eye
I have been diagnosed with amblyopia and
suggested patching for 2 3 hours a day. I have
6/6 vision in right eye and 6/18 in left eye.will
patching help in this age(25). I have read for
amblyopia, the treatment in childhood is
effective...I was diagnosed in the age of 16..I'm
doing patching also... work in IT sector job..so
ind it difficult to take out hours for patching...
do it after work or before leaving for work.
see floaters ..afterimages in vision. ..specially
at night..and in bright lights... have light
sensitivity also. I get headache and migraine issues due to this. Eye fatigue and sleepiness also. When I see the screen I get eye strain also. I'm very stressed due to this.
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Dr. Pavitra
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
7 yrs exp
Chennai
Patching might give a very little improvement only because brain has been adapted to that left eye by now.
Dry eyes can be a reason for tiredness of eyes.
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Consult online for further detailed evaluation and treatment.
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Take adequate breaks inbtween work.
Good sleep and rest
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Dr. A Raja Prasanna Kumar
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46 yrs exp
Hyderabad
Pl consult. Pl continue the treatment.
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Dr. Saba Kausar
Ophthalmologist/ Eye Surgeon
12 yrs exp
Bangalore
Please consult online to address your concerns
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