Overview
The assessment includes vision testing for each eye, refraction (often with drops in children), cover tests that reveal the deviation, and measurement of the angle in all gaze directions. Eye movements are checked to see whether any muscle is under- or over-acting.
For adults with double vision, additional charting maps exactly where the double images separate. Where a nerve or medical cause is suspected, further investigation or referral is coordinated.
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Common Symptoms
- Visible eye turn
- Double vision
- Head tilt
- Closing one eye
Possible Causes
- Muscle imbalance
- Refractive error
- Nerve palsy
- Previous eye or head problems
Risk Factors
- Family history
- Long-sightedness
- Diabetes, thyroid or neurological illness in adults
When to Consult
Any constant childhood squint, or any new adult squint or double vision, merits a full evaluation.
Evaluation Process
- Vision and refraction
- Cover/uncover and alternate cover tests
- Prism measurement of the deviation
- Eye movement (ocular motility) testing
- Diplopia charting and binocular vision tests
Available Management Options
- The evaluation determines whether glasses, exercises, prisms, surgery or medical workup is appropriate
The right option for you depends on examination findings and will be discussed before any treatment.
Follow-Up Information
You leave with a clear explanation of the type of squint and the recommended next step.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Consultations at Shree Retina Eye Hospital, Raipur. Your requested date and time are subject to confirmation by the appointment team.
Medically reviewed by Dr. Khushbu Partani · Last reviewed: September 2026 — VERIFY REVIEW DATE WITH DOCTOR BEFORE PUBLISHING