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Double Vision
Synonyms	Diplopia
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	N/A
Symptoms	Seeing two images of a single object
Complications	Eye strain, headaches
Onset	Sudden or gradual
Duration	Varies
Types	N/A
Causes	Strabismus, Cataract, Stroke, Multiple sclerosis, Graves' disease
Risks	Diabetes, Hypertension, Head injury
Diagnosis	Eye examination, Neurological examination, Imaging studies
Differential diagnosis	N/A
Prevention	N/A
Treatment	Corrective lenses, Surgery, Prism glasses, Botulinum toxin
Medication	N/A
Prognosis	N/A
Frequency	Common
Deaths	N/A

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Double vision, also known as diplopia, is a condition where a person perceives two images of a single object. This can occur in one eye (monocular diplopia) or both eyes (binocular diplopia).

Causes

Double vision can be caused by a variety of conditions, including:

Strabismus: A misalignment of the eyes, which can lead to double vision.
Cataract: Clouding of the lens of the eye, which can cause visual disturbances.
Stroke: A sudden interruption of blood supply to the brain, potentially affecting the nerves controlling eye movement.
Multiple sclerosis: A disease that affects the central nervous system, potentially impacting vision.
Graves' disease: An autoimmune disorder that can cause swelling of the eye muscles.

Risk Factors

Certain factors may increase the risk of developing double vision, such as:

Diabetes: Can lead to nerve damage affecting eye muscles.
Hypertension: High blood pressure can affect blood vessels in the eyes.
Head injury: Trauma to the head can damage the nerves or muscles controlling eye movement.

Diagnosis

Diagnosing double vision involves a comprehensive eye examination and may include:

Neurological examination: To assess the function of the nerves controlling eye movement.
Imaging studies: Such as MRI or CT scan to identify any structural causes.

Treatment

Treatment for double vision depends on the underlying cause and may include:

Corrective lenses: Glasses or contact lenses to help align the images.
Surgery: To correct muscle alignment in cases of strabismus.
Prism glasses: Special lenses that can help align the images seen by each eye.
Botulinum toxin: Injections to temporarily weaken overactive eye muscles.

References

External Links

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-'''Double Pneumonia''' is a medical condition that involves the inflammation of both lungs. It is a type of [[pneumonia]] that can be caused by various [[pathogens]], including [[bacteria]], [[viruses]], and [[fungi]].
+{{Infobox medical condition
+| name = Double Vision
+| image =
+| caption =
+| field = Ophthalmology
+| synonyms = Diplopia
+| symptoms = Seeing two images of a single object
+| complications = Eye strain, headaches
+| onset = Sudden or gradual
+| duration = Varies
+| causes = [[Strabismus]], [[Cataract]], [[Stroke]], [[Multiple sclerosis]], [[Graves' disease]]
+| risks = [[Diabetes]], [[Hypertension]], [[Head injury]]
+| diagnosis = [[Eye examination]], [[Neurological examination]], [[Imaging studies]]
+| treatment = [[Corrective lenses]], [[Surgery]], [[Prism glasses]], [[Botulinum toxin]]
+| frequency = Common
+}}
+'''Double vision''', also known as '''diplopia''', is a condition where a person perceives two images of a single object. This can occur in one eye ([[monocular diplopia]]) or both eyes ([[binocular diplopia]]).
 == Causes ==
-Double pneumonia is often caused by the same pathogens that cause regular pneumonia. These can include the bacteria ''[[Streptococcus pneumoniae]]'', ''[[Haemophilus influenzae]]'', and ''[[Mycoplasma pneumoniae]]'', as well as various viruses and fungi. In some cases, double pneumonia can also be caused by inhaling foreign substances into the lungs, a condition known as [[aspiration pneumonia]].
+Double vision can be caused by a variety of conditions, including:
+* [[Strabismus]]: A misalignment of the eyes, which can lead to double vision.
+* [[Cataract]]: Clouding of the lens of the eye, which can cause visual disturbances.
+* [[Stroke]]: A sudden interruption of blood supply to the brain, potentially affecting the nerves controlling eye movement.
+* [[Multiple sclerosis]]: A disease that affects the central nervous system, potentially impacting vision.
+* [[Graves' disease]]: An autoimmune disorder that can cause swelling of the eye muscles.
-== Symptoms ==
+== Risk Factors ==
-The symptoms of double pneumonia are similar to those of regular pneumonia, but they may be more severe due to the involvement of both lungs. These can include [[fever]], [[cough]] with phlegm, [[shortness of breath]], [[chest pain]], and [[fatigue]]. In severe cases, patients may also experience [[confusion]], [[bluish skin]] due to lack of oxygen, and rapid breathing.
+Certain factors may increase the risk of developing double vision, such as:
+* [[Diabetes]]: Can lead to nerve damage affecting eye muscles.
+* [[Hypertension]]: High blood pressure can affect blood vessels in the eyes.
+* [[Head injury]]: Trauma to the head can damage the nerves or muscles controlling eye movement.
 == Diagnosis ==
-Double pneumonia is typically diagnosed through a combination of [[physical examination]], medical history, and imaging tests such as a [[chest X-ray]] or [[CT scan]]. In some cases, a [[sputum culture]] may also be performed to identify the specific pathogen causing the infection.
+Diagnosing double vision involves a comprehensive [[eye examination]] and may include:
+* [[Neurological examination]]: To assess the function of the nerves controlling eye movement.
+* [[Imaging studies]]: Such as [[MRI]] or [[CT scan]] to identify any structural causes.
 == Treatment ==
-Treatment for double pneumonia typically involves [[antibiotics]] to fight bacterial infections, [[antivirals]] for viral infections, and [[antifungals]] for fungal infections. In severe cases, hospitalization may be required, and patients may need supplemental oxygen or mechanical ventilation.
+Treatment for double vision depends on the underlying cause and may include:
+* [[Corrective lenses]]: Glasses or contact lenses to help align the images.
-== Prevention ==
+* [[Surgery]]: To correct muscle alignment in cases of strabismus.
-Prevention of double pneumonia involves regular [[vaccination]] against pneumonia-causing pathogens, good [[hand hygiene]], and avoiding close contact with people who have respiratory infections.
+* [[Prism glasses]]: Special lenses that can help align the images seen by each eye.
+* [[Botulinum toxin]]: Injections to temporarily weaken overactive eye muscles.
-[[File:Double Pneumonia X-ray.jpg|thumb|right|Chest X-ray showing double pneumonia]]
+== See Also ==
+* [[Vision disorder]]
+* [[Ophthalmology]]
+* [[Visual perception]]
-== See also ==
+== References ==
-* [[Pneumonia]]
+{{Reflist}}
-* [[Aspiration pneumonia]]
-* [[Viral pneumonia]]
-* [[Bacterial pneumonia]]
-* [[Fungal pneumonia]]
-[[Category:Respiratory diseases]]
+== External Links ==
-[[Category:Infectious diseases]]
+* [https://www.aao.org/eye-health/diseases/what-is-diplopia American Academy of Ophthalmology - Diplopia]
-[[Category:Pneumonia]]
+* [https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/diplopia/symptoms-causes/syc-20371793 Mayo Clinic - Double Vision]
-{{medicine-stub}}
+[[Category:Ophthalmology]]
+[[Category:Vision disorders]]
+[[Category:Medical conditions]]

Double Vision

Synonyms	Diplopia
Pronounce	N/A
Specialty	N/A
Symptoms	Seeing two images of a single object
Complications	Eye strain, headaches
Onset	Sudden or gradual
Duration	Varies
Types	N/A
Causes	Strabismus, Cataract, Stroke, Multiple sclerosis, Graves' disease
Risks	Diabetes, Hypertension, Head injury
Diagnosis	Eye examination, Neurological examination, Imaging studies
Differential diagnosis	N/A
Prevention	N/A
Treatment	Corrective lenses, Surgery, Prism glasses, Botulinum toxin
Medication	N/A
Prognosis	N/A
Frequency	Common
Deaths	N/A