Diplopia in Barranquilla, Colombia

Diplopia

What is diplopia?

Diplopia, commonly known as double vision, occurs when a person sees two images of the same object. It may occur when using both eyes or, less commonly, even when viewing with only one eye. Causes can involve eye alignment, eye muscles, nerves, the cornea, the lens, or other conditions.

What causes diplopia?

Double vision may be associated with strabismus, eye muscle disorders, problems affecting the nerves that control eye movements, trauma, neurological conditions, and certain corneal or lens abnormalities. Sudden-onset diplopia requires medical evaluation to determine its cause.

How is diplopia diagnosed and treated?

Diagnosis involves evaluating eye movements and alignment, as well as vision and, when necessary, additional tests. Treatment depends on the underlying cause and may include eyeglasses, prisms, treatment of the underlying condition, or surgery in selected patients.

Find Diplopia Specialists

At MedicosDoc, you can find ophthalmologists specializing in diplopia, strabismus, and neuro-ophthalmology, learn about their experience, and explore available options for diagnosing and treating double vision.