Seeing two images of a single object. Also known as diplopia, double vision is caused either by a defect in a single eye or by misalignment of both eyes. There are two types of double vision: monocular (single-eye) double vision, in which the person continues to see two images through one eye even if the other eye is covered, and binocular double vision, in which covering one eye stops the diplopia.
Double vision, medically referred to as diplopia, is a condition where an individual perceives two distinct visual images of a single object instead of the usual single image. Both images appear separate but remain distinctly focused.
Double vision, commonly known as diplopia, is often a symptom associated with a squint, particularly a paralytic squint where one or more eye muscles experience paralysis, leading to impaired eye movement. There are other potential causes of diplopia, such as eyelid tumors or tumors/blood clots behind the eye. Additionally, double vision can manifest in exophthalmos, a condition where the eyeballs protrude due to an underlying hormonal disorder.
Double vision necessitates prompt investigation. The appropriate treatment course is contingent upon identifying and addressing the underlying cause.
A visual condition where a single object is perceived as two distinct images. The most frequent cause is an imbalance in the muscles controlling the two eyes, leading to the projection of object images onto different areas of the retinas. It can result from a divergent squint, where the image from the right eye is seen on the left side and vice versa. Double vision can also indicate underlying brain issues. This condition is also known as diplopia.
A condition where one object is perceived as two, commonly caused by an imbalance in the eye muscles. This results in images being projected onto non-identical points of each eye’s retina. It can be a consequence of divergent squint, where the right eye’s image appears on the left, and the left eye’s image on the right. It may also indicate severe brain disease. This condition is also known as diplopia.