Amblyopia should be suspected in a child if any of the following are seen:
Eyes that turn in or out
Eyes that do not appear to work together
Lack of depth perception
Signs and tests:
Amblyopia is usually easily diagnosed with a complete examination of the eyes. Special tests are usually not required.
Review Date: 7/24/2004
Reviewed By: Edward B. Feinberg, MD, MPH, Professor and Chair, Department of Ophthalmology, Boston University School of Medicine, Boston, MA. Review provided by VeriMed Healthcare Network.
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