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[[File:Diplopia.jpg| | | name = Diplopia | ||
| image = [[File:Diplopia.jpg]] | |||
| caption = Example of diplopia, showing double vision | |||
| field = [[Ophthalmology]] | |||
| synonyms = Double vision | |||
| symptoms = Seeing two images of a single object | |||
| complications = [[Strabismus]], [[Amblyopia]] | |||
| onset = Can be sudden or gradual | |||
| duration = Varies depending on cause | |||
| causes = [[Refractive error]], [[Cataract]], [[Cranial nerve palsy]], [[Graves' disease]], [[Myasthenia gravis]], [[Stroke]], [[Trauma]] | |||
| risks = [[Diabetes]], [[Hypertension]], [[Multiple sclerosis]], [[Thyroid disease]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Eye examination]], [[Neurological examination]], [[Imaging studies]] | |||
| differential = [[Monocular diplopia]], [[Binocular diplopia]], [[Migraine]], [[Vertigo]] | |||
| treatment = [[Corrective lenses]], [[Prism glasses]], [[Surgery]], [[Botulinum toxin]] | |||
| medication = [[Corticosteroids]], [[Antibiotics]] (if infection is present) | |||
| frequency = Common | |||
}} | |||
'''Diplopia''', commonly known as double vision, 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). Diplopia can be a symptom of various underlying conditions, ranging from benign to serious. | '''Diplopia''', commonly known as double vision, 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). Diplopia can be a symptom of various underlying conditions, ranging from benign to serious. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Diplopia can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | Diplopia can be caused by a variety of factors, including: | ||
* [[Refractive errors]]: Imperfections in the eye's focusing ability can lead to monocular diplopia. | * [[Refractive errors]]: Imperfections in the eye's focusing ability can lead to monocular diplopia. | ||
* [[Strabismus]]: Misalignment of the eyes can cause binocular diplopia. | * [[Strabismus]]: Misalignment of the eyes can cause binocular diplopia. | ||
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* [[Corneal irregularities]]: Conditions like keratoconus can lead to distorted vision. | * [[Corneal irregularities]]: Conditions like keratoconus can lead to distorted vision. | ||
* [[Neurological disorders]]: Conditions such as [[multiple sclerosis]] or [[myasthenia gravis]] can affect eye movement and alignment. | * [[Neurological disorders]]: Conditions such as [[multiple sclerosis]] or [[myasthenia gravis]] can affect eye movement and alignment. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The primary symptom of diplopia is seeing two images of a single object. These images may be: | The primary symptom of diplopia is seeing two images of a single object. These images may be: | ||
* Horizontally aligned | * Horizontally aligned | ||
* Vertically aligned | * Vertically aligned | ||
* Diagonally aligned | * Diagonally aligned | ||
Other symptoms that may accompany diplopia include: | Other symptoms that may accompany diplopia include: | ||
* [[Headache]] | * [[Headache]] | ||
* [[Nausea]] | * [[Nausea]] | ||
* [[Dizziness]] | * [[Dizziness]] | ||
* Eye strain | * Eye strain | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosing diplopia involves a comprehensive eye examination. An [[ophthalmologist]] or [[optometrist]] may perform tests such as: | Diagnosing diplopia involves a comprehensive eye examination. An [[ophthalmologist]] or [[optometrist]] may perform tests such as: | ||
* Visual acuity test | * Visual acuity test | ||
* Eye alignment and movement tests | * Eye alignment and movement tests | ||
* [[Slit-lamp examination]] | * [[Slit-lamp examination]] | ||
* [[Retinal examination]] | * [[Retinal examination]] | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for diplopia depends on the underlying cause. Options may include: | Treatment for diplopia depends on the underlying cause. Options may include: | ||
* Corrective lenses: Glasses or contact lenses can correct refractive errors. | * Corrective lenses: Glasses or contact lenses can correct refractive errors. | ||
* Prisms: Special lenses that help align the images seen by each eye. | * Prisms: Special lenses that help align the images seen by each eye. | ||
* Surgery: Procedures to correct eye muscle alignment or remove cataracts. | * Surgery: Procedures to correct eye muscle alignment or remove cataracts. | ||
* Medication: To treat underlying conditions like myasthenia gravis. | * Medication: To treat underlying conditions like myasthenia gravis. | ||
== See also == | |||
== | |||
* [[Vision disorder]] | * [[Vision disorder]] | ||
* [[Ophthalmology]] | * [[Ophthalmology]] | ||
* [[Strabismus]] | * [[Strabismus]] | ||
* [[Cataract]] | * [[Cataract]] | ||
[[Category:Ophthalmology]] | [[Category:Ophthalmology]] | ||
[[Category:Vision disorders]] | [[Category:Vision disorders]] | ||
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| Diplopia | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | Double vision |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Seeing two images of a single object |
| Complications | Strabismus, Amblyopia |
| Onset | Can be sudden or gradual |
| Duration | Varies depending on cause |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Refractive error, Cataract, Cranial nerve palsy, Graves' disease, Myasthenia gravis, Stroke, Trauma |
| Risks | Diabetes, Hypertension, Multiple sclerosis, Thyroid disease |
| Diagnosis | Eye examination, Neurological examination, Imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | Monocular diplopia, Binocular diplopia, Migraine, Vertigo |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Corrective lenses, Prism glasses, Surgery, Botulinum toxin |
| Medication | Corticosteroids, Antibiotics (if infection is present) |
| Prognosis | N/A |
| Frequency | Common |
| Deaths | N/A |
Diplopia, commonly known as double vision, 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). Diplopia can be a symptom of various underlying conditions, ranging from benign to serious.
Causes[edit]
Diplopia can be caused by a variety of factors, including:
- Refractive errors: Imperfections in the eye's focusing ability can lead to monocular diplopia.
- Strabismus: Misalignment of the eyes can cause binocular diplopia.
- Cranial nerve palsies: Damage to the nerves controlling eye muscles can result in diplopia.
- Cataracts: Clouding of the eye's lens can cause monocular diplopia.
- Corneal irregularities: Conditions like keratoconus can lead to distorted vision.
- Neurological disorders: Conditions such as multiple sclerosis or myasthenia gravis can affect eye movement and alignment.
Symptoms[edit]
The primary symptom of diplopia is seeing two images of a single object. These images may be:
- Horizontally aligned
- Vertically aligned
- Diagonally aligned
Other symptoms that may accompany diplopia include:
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosing diplopia involves a comprehensive eye examination. An ophthalmologist or optometrist may perform tests such as:
- Visual acuity test
- Eye alignment and movement tests
- Slit-lamp examination
- Retinal examination
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for diplopia depends on the underlying cause. Options may include:
- Corrective lenses: Glasses or contact lenses can correct refractive errors.
- Prisms: Special lenses that help align the images seen by each eye.
- Surgery: Procedures to correct eye muscle alignment or remove cataracts.
- Medication: To treat underlying conditions like myasthenia gravis.
