After Pictures Commonly Asked Questions Comments from Patients Following Realignment Official Statement on Adult Strabimus Geographic directory of strabismus specialists Bibliography 1. Definition Strabismus is a condition in which the eyes point in different directions. It is commonly termed 'misaligned eyes', 'wandering eye', 'eye muscle problem', 'crossed eye', or 'lazy eye'. Recently there has been a marked improvement in the outcome of treatment for these patients. Now the vast majority of misaligned eyes can be significantly improved.
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Our experienced eye doctors are well qualified to evaluate these problems and recommend appropriate treatment. Some are associated with medical illnesses or accidents. Adult-onset eye misalignment is usually accompanied by intolerable double vision, which prompts evaluation and treatment by strabismus specialists. A second and more common type involves patients with childhood onset misaligned eyes. Unfortunately, for decades adults have been told that nothing could or should be done about their misaligned eyes.