Hypertropia
Hypertropia is a condition of the eye where one eye is misaligned and points upward, deviating from the normal position. It is a type of strabismus, which refers to any misalignment of the eyes.
Pronunciation
Hypertropia is pronounced as hi-per-TRO-pee-uh.
Etymology
The term Hypertropia is derived from the Greek words "hyper" meaning over or excessive, and "tropia" meaning a turning.
Symptoms
The primary symptom of Hypertropia is the upward deviation of one eye. Other symptoms may include diplopia (double vision), asthenopia (eye strain), and difficulty with spatial perception.
Causes
Hypertropia can be caused by a variety of factors including cranial nerve palsy, thyroid eye disease, and Brown syndrome. It can also be a result of trauma or surgery to the eye muscles.
Treatment
Treatment for Hypertropia typically involves a combination of vision therapy, prism glasses, and in some cases, surgery. The goal of treatment is to align the eyes and restore normal vision.
Related Terms
- Strabismus - A condition in which the eyes do not properly align with each other when looking at an object.
- Diplopia - A symptom where a person sees two images of a single object.
- Asthenopia - Eye strain or discomfort that may occur from looking at something for a long time.
- Cranial nerve palsy - A condition that causes a decrease or loss of function in one or more of the cranial nerves.
- Thyroid eye disease - An autoimmune condition where the body's immune system attacks the tissues around the eye.
- Brown syndrome - A rare form of strabismus characterized by limitations in the eye's upward movement.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Hypertropia
- Wikipedia's article - Hypertropia
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