EXOTROPIA Meaning and
Definition
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Exotropia, also known as "walleye" or "divergent strabismus," is a medical condition that pertains to the misalignment of the eyes. Specifically, it is a form of strabismus wherein one eye deviates outward or away from the normal focus point while the other eye remains in the primary position. This condition occurs due to the weakening or improper functioning of the eye muscles responsible for maintaining proper eye alignment.
Exotropia is most commonly diagnosed in childhood, and it is often characterized by the outward turn of one eye, either intermittently or constantly. The eye that deviates outward may lose binocular vision, resulting in challenges in depth perception and in the coordination of both eyes. Individuals with exotropia may often experience double vision, particularly when focusing on near objects.
The root causes of exotropia can vary, including genetic factors, muscle imbalances, damage to the eye muscles, or certain systemic diseases affecting eye coordination. Treatment options for exotropia may include the use of corrective glasses, eye patches, or eye exercises to strengthen the weakened eye muscles. In more severe cases, surgical intervention might be required to correct the misalignment.
Early detection and management of exotropia are essential to preventing potential complications and supporting optimal visual development in affected individuals. Regular visits to an ophthalmologist or eye care specialist are crucial in monitoring the condition, adjusting treatment plans, and ensuring proper eye alignment.
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A practical medical dictionary. By Stedman, Thomas Lathrop. Published 1920.
Common Misspellings for EXOTROPIA
- wxotropia
- sxotropia
- dxotropia
- rxotropia
- 4xotropia
- 3xotropia
- exitropia
- exktropia
- exltropia
- exptropia
- ex0tropia
- ex9tropia
- exorropia
- exofropia
- exogropia
- exoyropia
- exo6ropia
- exotro-pia
- exotroqia
- exotropaa
Etymology of EXOTROPIA
The word "exotropia" is derived from the Greek roots "exo" meaning "outwards, external" and "tropos" meaning "a turning, a direction". "Exotropia" refers to a medical condition where the eyes deviate outwardly or diverge.
Similar spelling words for EXOTROPIA
- extortion,
- extortionist,
- EXTRAP,
- EXTORP,
- extortionate,
- extirpation,
- extropic,
- extirpable,
- extirpate,
- extort,
- exteriorize,
- Extirp,
- extropy,
- extern,
- external,
- exterior,
- extortioner,
- esotropia,
- externally,
- exteriorise.
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