my son was not born with a squint he was absolutely healthy fine no vision problems , but when he turned 2.5yrs one fine day out of the blue his eye just turned squint, we were so gutted , we went to many doctors and finally corrected it with a surgery a bit of squint still remains without the specs but with specs his eyes are straight, the doctor said when he turns 18 we can do a laser to correct the number and that in turn will correct the squint without specs. my question is can u tell how can a kid out of the blue get a squint, one doctor went to the extent saying he was born with it , i felt like slapping him coz were we blind for 2 years that we couldnt see the squint?
I'm getting my third one. My last one was over 15 years ago. From what I could remember was an inability to open my eyes due to the 'sand' sensation and discomfort.
@@DrRupaWong I definitely was. Most can’t tell the drifting of my eyes despite me being able to tell. I knew it was time for another one when I would only use one eye at a time to read or drive.
Hi Doc! I’ve always wanted to create UA-cam channel however I am really self conscious about my eye turn. I had it since I was little both eyes. I had my first surgery when I was 21 it got a little bit better than before but now it’s coming back I am 36 now and thinking of getting Botox for my squint. Do you recommend that?
I had eye surgery when I was 17 years old because I used to suffer from lazy eye. My doctor sent me to the best Children's Hospital in the country for me to fix it. I was terrified, but the surgeon and the team handled the surgery like pros. I remember after the surgery, I would get double vision. I'm starting to ramble, but all you said in the video is true. And if anyone is going to have eye surgery, you'll be okay and take it easy during your healing 🤗
I have exotropia, and I'm turning 33 and finally had the courage to take this surgery next week. have good vision on both eyes and no double vision. my doc said he'll adjust 4 muscles in both eyes. Fed up with people judgy stares all the time. Praying it will be smooth and successful. watching this video feels comforting, thank you!
@@EdonaChoi-u5jyes. not 100% (still noticeable when doing side glances) but its straight now when face to face view. quite an upgrade from before. totally satisfied now.
Do you have any suggestions where to get emotional help from having strabismus? Having confidence is so hard when people are constantly judging you for your eyes. It really just makes you hate life.
I just left my optometrist because of this exact problem! Just go to the doctor bro….they will def help you out with the best options. Don’t give up I know it’s hard!!!! Much love brother
Do you have a primary doctor? They should be able to refer you somewhere. If not, do a google search for "psychiatrists near me" or contact any mental health clinic. PLEASE reach out to a professional for help until you get the help you need. DO NOT give up!!! Have you met with an eye surgeon about having this surgery? I will know Monday when I am having it done! I do have double vision and migraines, etc. due to strabismus, however in the past year my eye drifting has gotten noticeably worse because my friends and family are pointing it out to me and that is why I called and made an appointment with an eye doctor who referred me to a surgeon. So I totally understand how you feel about your confidence, you're not alone!! I actually broke down and cried when the eye doctor told me she didn't think I would be able to get surgery since my vision was getting worse, lol! Embarrassing, but I guess she felt bad for me since she decided to send me to surgeon anyways just to see what they said, so good thing I did get emotional during my eye exam! 🙃 Good luck! You deserve to be happy and confident !!!
I’ve had the surgery 3 times on both eyes. Once when I was 11 months old, once when I was 12 and again at 15 before I had glasses. Now at 21 my right eye is perfect my vision is perfect but my left eye doesn’t always stay centered. The surgery went fine the only problem is sometimes I have problems with my depth perception
I am almost 7 weeks post op. So far so good!! Same alignment since right after surgery. I will see my surgeon again in March to make sure the alignment stays. First surgery for me at 47 years old for alternating esotropia. I had 2 muscles done in each eye. My turn in was 70 diopters. I am now a 4!!
I was born with Norma eyes, and they started to both get lazy when I turned 15. 10 years later it's only now I'm able to afford an ophthalmologist. He said he can do the alignment for me. I'm so scared because both my eyes need aligning.
@@HopeFulPresh Thank you for sharing, Precious. I am so glad you are able to afford care. I hope you are able to ask your doctor any questions you may have so they can calm your nerves. 🙏💞
I am now 5 days post op of my second strabismus surgery. They did two muscles in my right eye (very painful!). First surgery was 9 years ago when I was 14 on both eyes with one muscle per eye. They have already informed me that chances are I will have the surgery again in 20 years. All worth it if there is no more double vision!
Hello I have a question, roughly 5 months ago I had my strabismus eye surgery (I am 15 years old) and i was curious for the reason why you had to do another surgery? Should i be worried that i would need to get it done again?
I have two children with nystagmus and one with strabismus too. The child with only nystagmus underwent a very successful strabismus surgery to correct it and the results were miraculous. The one with both is set to undergo strabismus surgery on both eyes in a few days and I'm a nervous wreck. But it's absolutely necessary. He's the most brilliant child I've ever met, and not to sound like a narcissist but I was a top 1% gifted student myself. This child is so far beyond where I was at his age in raw intelligence it's scary. But he's struggling in school because he can't see well enough to keep up despite some accomodations. Even having been through this with another child, I'm a nervous wreck about this. Thank you for making this video. It has done quite a lot to ease my nerves.
Strabismus is cause NY iregular astigmatism. Glasses are not good because axis change at each eye movement. Scleral lenses or lens surgery with toric are solutions
After surgery try other soluțions then glasses. They are far from eye and not correct toric axes wich make blurry image. Brain avoids the blurry eye and has strabismus
Thank you! I am getting my second Surgey after twelve years. First one did not work as I have alternating extropia. Doc is doing it again but on the inner muscle this time. Hope it works and thank you for being an angel to people who suffer from this!
I am 53 now but growing up in the small town i grew up in I was constantly teased about me lazy eye. My older brother had it as well but he had surgery when he was a infant. I am going to finally get mine corrected in the middle of April. I have had 13 different surgeries for different issues through out the years but this scares me the most. I did have laser surgery done on the same eye because there was a small hole in that eye. But I can not stand anyone touching my eyes so we will see how this goes. I am going to be awake for it so that will be interesting.
My toddler is going in to have both eyes adjusted tomorrow. I’ve been trying to not freak out about it. The anesthesia is my biggest concern. But also the post op care and infection prevention is another thing that I have really struggled with. He’s 2 1/2. His left eye has been almost completely pointed outward and up. His right eye floats up and in. Even though the surgery is minimal, being a health care professional, I see danger around every corner. This video was very informative and helpful to calm some of my nerves. Thank you for this information! ❤
Hi, thank you for this video, its very helpful 😊 could you tell me, right after surgery its better to cut down computer, tv and smartphone or its not necessary? Its better to „exercise” this eye or it’s better to relax?
I had this surgery when I was 3 or 4 years old. Heard the younger you are the better chance of success. I’m 33 years old now & need it again. My right eye turns outward. I don’t have double vision thankfully
For what it's worth, I recently had an adjustable suture in one eye & non-adjustable in the other, modifying the medial rectus on each side. The eye with the adjustable suture hurt much more and took about twice as long to recover. Sample size of one, so I don't know how meaningful that is. I also found that I really did not want to use my eyes more than the bare minimum for five or six days afterward. Listened to audiobooks all day. Reading or watching TV was out.
@@DrRupaWong Hi Doc, I want to know if after the surgery with your patients, are there improvement with their vision? Did you have patients where their eyes work together? I hope i can find an expert doctor. I will have my check up next month. will save for the surgery.
Thank you for this video, I am in my 40's and finally getting my surgery, I only wish I had done this many years ago but I am excited for my appointment coming up this month. I honestly didn't even want to see surgery pics but wanted to know what to expect. I love my surgeon, she is so caring and very experienced so I know I'm in good hands. I was told about ten years ago I couldn't have the procedure done because I would have double vision, but the doctor was actually frustrated during my exam because I have double strabismus and I have learned to control my eyes to an extent. So my current doctor would have to tell me which eye to relax when doing the exam and measurements because my eyes would keep switching. But thank you for the video, it was helpful, and I'm heading for my last appointment today before the surgery and now I know what questions to ask.
That's just like my case! I was getting frustrated at the exam because my eyes kept switching and none of doctors were able to give me clear instruction as to whether I am suppose to relax it and let it go or keep it together. How did your surgery go? Mine is planned for this week and I am scared that my brain won't accept it as I can't connect the picture together.
Hello from Toronto, Ontario, Canada! I"m happy I found your channel, I am having my second strabismus surgery this coming summer 2023. The first surgery was decades ago when I was a baby and I don't remember it, so your information has been helpful. Thank you so much, your information is so valuable to me-and obviously many others too!
Strabismus is sexondary to blurry image more in one eye (iregular astigmatism). Try other soluțions not glasses that are not following eye movements and toric axes
I had strabismus since I was born. I never had any eye sight problems. When I got my vision checked I was told I have 20/20 which I was shocked but that might not mean anything. The wandering eyes just affect my appearance but I can see perfectly fine, no double vision. I don’t wanna have to go to multiple surgeries but I might have to.
Just finished my 4th (yes, 4th) strabismus surgery and hoping its my last. Its so discouraging when the eyes start drifting out of alignment again. Ill wait 6 weeks and keep my fingers crossed. This process has really altered alot of my independence.
My husband just had this surgery, and he had a stroke 2 years ago that weakened his right side of the body, even took most of his vision and weakened eye muscles. Sees double, blurry, etc. he found a doc that gave him glasses with prisms and was doing soso… still not able to drive or anything but he just had this surgery 2 days ago and he’s so disappointed he says he feels like it made it worse 😢I’m so sad for him but hopefully it heals and he realizes it’s better.
Ive had 2 surgeries. First one went great other than finding out the hard way I'm allergic to the drops they used. Wasnt quite 100% so required a send surgery. Now i can finally see perfect. If anyone is in the Chicago area, i HIGHLY recommend Dr McDonnell at Loyola! Good luck.
I've been living with a lazy left eye since I was 12 and I'll be having this surgery on september 25th, 2023!! I'll be so happy to finally have my eyes looking straight ahead!! Thank you for your information on the surgery. 👍🏻👍🏻 P.S. Have you perfomed this surgery on both eyes on the same day?
@@jalisascott8163 Thank you for asking. The surgery went fine. But my left eye isn't healing as fast as the right eye. I guess it's because the left eye had been turning outwards since I was 12. I'm having a little bruising type of pain on the outer corner of my left eye and top of the eye lid but I was prescribed some cream to put on my eyes twice a day and that helps some.
Thank you for this video! I went to a local strabismus surgeon and was really disappointed to hear that he was concerned it may cause double vision that may be uncurable ): He was not sure of any other options at the time and said to come back in a year. Do you know if there are any possible options in these types of situations? Thank you in advance for all your help, love your videos!
Whats your thought on intermittent exotropia on a 3 year old? Based on your experience, do you recommend surgery or do you think its something the kid can benefit better when she's a bit more grown up?
Hi doctor..can you please walk me through.[the process] ..? Who to start with to have the surgery done? Please 🙏...it's really a nightmare for me,one of my weakness been strabismus.
Hiya doc . . . coming by to leave a like and comment to drive that crazy infamous YTube algorithm to bring people here to your fab content channel. I don't have need for this surgery, but still want to support your channel.
Hi Dr. Rupa, I've noticed this issue with my left eye last year and just got a diagnosis yesterday to find out I have Hyper exotropia in my left eye. I also have Retinitis Pigmentosa since 2002. I was doing some research and a coworker came across your video and shared it. My next step is to find doctors that could complete this type of surgery. I enjoyed the video and would like to know if you know of any doctor referrals in the New Orleans, LA area?
My 14 month old daughter suffers from this & Glaucoma. Now is the time to have surgery for the strabismus but the doctor introduced Botox as a method. I haven’t seen any videos of Botox dealing with kids who suffer from Strabismus. Can you do one explaining the pros & cons of doing Botox vs muscle surgery? Would like to know if it’s worth going with Botox vs surgery. Thanks in advance 🙏🏽
Hey! Here is a video I have done on botox- ua-cam.com/video/fi4SlyQYxt0/v-deo.html Let me know what you think in the comments and if you have anymore questions. :)
I have had this surgery twice so far one at 4 and one at 6. I’m 18 now and my doctor is starting to talk about surgery again, so I will probably have a another surgery in the next couple of years.
I was born with strabismus. Had my first surgery when I got my own insurance at 18. It wasn't enough to do the one weaker right eye (which is usually the one that turns in) only so I had to go back for a second op on the dominant eye. The results were ok. A noticeable difference and I didn't need glasses at the time. 20 years passed and I went back to have strabismus surgery in ATL about 5 months ago at 39yo. Haven't noticed any change, especially with glasses off. I insisted on adjustable sutures after reading so many positive experiences but was told they don't help and wouldn't be performed. After my final post-op (3 months), the doctor was happy with the results of operating on just the weaker eye. Should I try someone else? It's wasn't cheap, even with good insurance. There's not a lot of options where I live and even Atlanta is 2.5 hours drive each way. Maybe my brain is too stubborn. Maybe I have no recourse. My surgeon also had nothing good to say about vision therapy. I don't know what to do. Kind of hopeless at this point. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks.
Hello Dr. This video is really helpful. I'm a parent of 5-year-old kid and my daughter has exotropia (right eye). Her eyes and vision were perfectly normal at birth and only at her age of 2 we noticed her right eye squinting. Her squint is not constant and occurs occasionally when she's tired and feeling sick or sleepy. After an year of eye-patching exercise, now her paediatric ophthalmologist suggested to undergo surgery in both eyes. I would like to get your opinion on this.
I have exotropia on both eyes and my right eye was corrected 2 weeks ago. I feel like I have double and blurred vision. I have a follow up in 3 months however the eye is healing just fine. I hope these symptoms subside very soon.
Hi Dr. Rupa, so glad I found your video. I just had a bilateral lateral rectus recess yesterday in Fort Worth, TX. My exotropia was either adult onset or adult manifestation. The post-op double vision started several hours after surgery. I was pleased to hear that it's temporary. Is there harm to closing one when needing to focus for walking, cooking, etc. as my eyes heal?
Hi Dr. Rupa! Thank you for making this video, it's really helpful. I finally decided to go to a pediatric ophthalmologist. I was avoiding this for so long due to the fear of needing surgery especially if it's painful during one. Coz I have read that not all are under general anesthesia, some are on local anesthesia or just sedated, and have to do it awake.
I'm so glad this was helpful! Just remember going in is just to talk/get an exam. You won't be having surgery that day. You can ask all the questions you need and then decide.
Thanks for doing this video! My surgery is in 12 days. I've never had general anesthesia and am almost 70. I'm looking forward to the improved vison. I had TED and it caused the eyes to go in different directions. I hope my brain can relearn how to coordinate things again. I do wear a patch and switch it from right to left so one doesn't get left out of the party for too long.
Hi 👋 I am getting mine in 2 weeks my eye have been misaligned for 5 years now but it got worse so I decided to do this surgery, i hope that it goes away and thank you now I know what is coming
I’m sure this has been asked. Is the surgery covered by insurance? Is there anything I need to be aware of, or need to cover with the doctor, to consider what insurance can cover. Thanks!
Really depends on your insurance coverage. Call the doctor to get CPT and diagnosis codes, then call your insurance to verify. Also, verify with insurance if the surgeon and facility is in-network.
I was born with congenital cataracts so have had several other issues arise, one being hypertropia and exotropia! Tomorrow is my 29th surgery all together but I must say it is a pretty painful surgery for me. It probably doesn’t help that there’s so much scar tissue, but it’s definitely more than a discomfort… I never understood when surgeons or doctors who have never had something done can tell you how much pain you are in. I always get opioid pain medication because it’s the only thing that helps unfortunately.
Hi I really appreciated your video--wish I had found BEFORE my surgery. I have exotropia, hypertrophy (spelking?), and skewing. That occurred because of the 8 head injuries I've had. My vision could no longer be corrected by prisms. My surgeon was great both as a human and a doctor. I was terrified about this surgery AND she wanted to do post procedure adjustment. I really did not know if I could do it. What I had no preparation for was what it would be like to look out of my new eyes. I felt like someone had strapped virtual reality goggles on me that I could not take off. It was very strange to move around in space, disorienting. I had experiences of depth perception. My eyes are strained from focusing, refocusing, refocusing again. I can manage my health difficulties better if I understand what to expect. They are having trouble making new glasses and I really struggle to make out text. I bring this up because, for me, my recovery has been difficult. If I had known how radical it was going to be looking out of my eyes post-op. I am so grateful to my surgeon and her team. After two + decades of double vision, she has some magical knowledge about the geometry of eye muscles. I have NO double/triple vision (can't see up close). I really think your video really helps a patient prepare for this surgery. Thank you.
How would you recommend someone who is uninsured and unable to self pay go about receiving treatment for their strabismus issues? I've dealt with my eyes being like this for my entire life, and it is to the point of being a crippling debilitation in recent years. Are there any charities or programs you know of that may be of assistance? My life is at a standstill, and there isn't anything I can personally do about it. Any assistance would be immeasurably appreciated.
Some places accept surgical procedures credit cards. Try and research the surgeons and places to see if they except it. Alphaeon or care credit is some you can choose from.
Unfortunately since it is elective you will likely need to pay upfront. Have you sought disability designation from this if it keeps you from working? Perhaps then you could qualify for medicaid in your state and eventually get it.
Apply for disability benefits! You can also apply for medicaid in your state. I didn't think medicaid would cover the surgery, but it is considered a medical surgery rather than a vision surgery, if that makes sense. Another option- call 211 to reach community services, they could probably get you in touch with local charity organizations. Good luck!!
I just had my surgery and I didn't see any doctor after the procedure. Only person I seen was the discharge lady and she wheeled me out about 30 minutes after i woke up. I felt like iit was weird but i was kinda out of it
Hi, I am quite on in years. I’m at a prism of 13 BO for Strabismus and it slowly continues to get worse. My right eye is inward and down. The left eye is OK. I have high myopia. Probably 12 diopters of correctness. My eyes are egg-shaped. The retinas are stretched thin. I’m at a high risk because of the above and because I have had a number of previous eye surgeries. I have had surgery for a detached retina in the left eye and laser for three retinal tears in the right eye. I have had cataract surgery on both eyes, laser for secondary cataract in the right eye; a macular cyst on the left eye; surgery for a retina wrinkle in the left eye. My question is, given all of this, should I have the surgery for Strabisimus on my right eye? I hate the double vision and eye contact with others is difficult. Do you have a recommendation? Thank you.
Hi Dr. Rupa, I found out that I am a candidate for strabismus surgery on just the inner eye muscles in both eyes, but I am very anxious about it. The prism glasses I have are at a 15, so they are extreme. I also have myopic degeneration, noticeable mostly in the left eye...so whatever correct they might do, I feel like there will still be distortion. Can you give any encouraging advice...?
I’m 56 and had unsuccessful attempts at treating my lazy eye at a very young age, but now I’m just wanting to align my eye for appearance, is it safe to do now at this age ?
Operation straightens your eyes whilst prism gives an illusion of straight eyes/straightens the eyes only when you were glasses look at it is as long term fix or short term fix✌🏾
Thank you so much for this video. I am getting my surgery next week. I am 30 years old and I got the surgery done in elementary school and again when I was 20. Unfortunately this is my third one and hoping it will be my last. I am very nervous, more nervous than I was the previous times. Your video helped calm me down though. I have a good doctor who was trained at UCLA Stein Eye Institute so I am trusting him and his surgery plan.
@@radiatelight4100yes, his name is Dr Manchandia. I think he’s with Kaiser now. The surgery went very well! It’s been almost a year and my eyes are still doing good. The alignment looks good! Not 100% perfect, but as my surgeons said, you can never anticipate how your brain will respond to the surgery. But I feel so much better and I’m glad I did it.
Please conver the topic of oculocardiac reflex!!! Is there a risk to die during this surgery due to heart stop??? I am in panic about it, I need this operation soon
Hi doctor I have extropia strabismus and amblyopia… I know the strabismus surgery won’t fix the vision. Since I have amblyopia Is that true in my case it will be cosmetic surgery because it won’t fix the vision? So insurance won’t cover it? Any thoughts?
I live in the Louisville/Southern IN area and just spoke with the surgeon today about this procedure. Would like to know who did your procedure and how you are doing please?
I have severe strabismus I had my second surgery when I was 12 and I was blind for two days. And now I’m 20 and have not had any problems. However I was left with permanent dark scars that appear right in my bags where they cut the muscle.
Yes, unfortunately that can happen especially if you have natural thinner conjunctiva which makes those initial incisions visible and especially for re-operations. But I'm glad that the surgeries were eventually successful!
For an adult with convergent excess esotropia with significant double vision (double vision being the primary complaint), is it expected to still have double vision after the surgery? If so, why? Also, how long until the double vision finally corrects? Thanks!
Hi Dr. Wong i'm 69 years old and i have double vision after Vitrectomy surgery in my right eye. is strabismus surgery safe? my eye surgeon said the only side effect is overcorrection since i have minor double vision
my eye surgery is scheduled for May 31st 2023, at the children’s hospital in my province. I have strabismus in my right eye and i’m going to be 17 at the time of my surgery (my birthday is 6 days before) I’m so excited ❤❤
I have diplopia onky when riding a motorcycle Maybe because the vibration I have TED too My eye doctors suggest prims glasses or strabismus surgery How do you know i still have diplopia or not after surgery?
hi Dr Rupa wong thank you very much for this explinations about strabismus syrgery. Yasine from Morocco 33 years old I have a strabismus in my left eye since I was born is it safe I can do a surgery .
Had surgery this morning. Recession of the inner eye muscles on both eyes. All went well and can look at myself straight in the mirror. The experience is live changing already. The image is so much calmer. Eyes are a bit sore now but nothing i cant handle. I am really happy and hope my eyes stay this way
I just had this surgery a week ago for both eyes. For my entire life, whenever I held something close to my eyes, one would shoot outwards, giving me double vision. Now, it's gone, however now when I hold something close to my eyes I get a short, sharp mini headache that only lasts a few seconds. I'm assuming it's because my brain is still adjusting to the fact that my eyes are staying in place now. It is a weird sensation.
Thanks for sharing, Zenobia! I'm glad the surgery helped you. I hope your headaches go away soon. Let your doctor know you are having these issues especially if they continue.
@@Steelermill It really just depends on your insurance. My out of pocket expenses was around $900.00. Altogether it was over $14,000. Check with your insurance for estimates.
Hello Doc, i have this surgery next week. I have an issue (cross eye) with my left eye however my surgeon is doing a surgery on my right eye, is this something common and how its supposed to be? I feel like if my left eye is lazy, the surgery should be done on that eye…FYI, I have had this surgery before, 18 years ago.
I’m so scared after I watched the strabismus surgery 😢. I have Grave’s disease and Chiari one malformation, both of my eyes are bulging one is bulging out more than the other. My left pupil now goes up a little and my right goes down a little bit when I look straight, but my left pupil goes up more when I look to the left, when I drive I would have to turn my neck to the left to look to the left. I can’t look straight and my head has to tilt a little to the right most of the time. Adjusting the suture when having no anesthesia is painful.
My son has intermittent exotropia at 2 yrs old. I am apprehensive with undergoing surgery so I had him do eye rehab with a pediatric orthopist. Yearly, i have yo spend much for a special lens which is a bit pricey. Do you think this case will be cured with non invasive options or surgery is really required? Reading the comments about post op, the discomfort triggers my anxiety.
Last week, a students in my class publicly asked me, how does my eyes work, I am confusing him. So awkward and disgraceful. I wish I could get a foundation or sponsor to help me with the correction surgery.
Mam my age is 14. i have done with a surgery a month ago and i am feeling like my eyeyiled is droopy comparatively to the other eye please Just tell me is it normal
I’ve had this surgery twice and I need another one 😭😭😭 my eyes are drifting yet again 😞 the surgery It’s not painful but just extremely uncomfortable 😣
I just had strabismus surgery on my left eye to correct esotropia two days ago. When I look in the mirror I do not see my eye turning inward anymore but maybe somewhat outward. Is it a possibility it was over corrected or just to soon to tell how it will settle in ? TIA.
My right eye is the lazy one. However, its blind already due to the accident. Im thinking of having surgery to correct how it looks, even if its blind already.. Do you recommend this surgery for me?
I currently have Strabismus on the right eye and wearing eyeglasses with a prism of 6 and 6 BO in each lens. I have had retinal detachment in the left eye and 3 retinal tears in the right. I am very nearsighted (-12) and had cataract surgery in both eyes. That surgery immediately led to serious implications: development of strabismus in right eye, double vision, macular cyst, macular wrinkle (surgery), “ghosting” in vision of the left eye. All stemmed from the cataract surgery. The ghosting always occurs if I do close work such as mobile phone or watch TV, and usually corrects overnight Therefore, my eyes are extremely sensitive to physical procedures. My question is could there be an additional serious risk to the eyes if strabismus surgery is performed? Retinal detachment, tears, wrinkle, cyst,etc? Thank you.
Good morning. Thank you for this video and being welcoming to questions. I'm 33 years old and have lived with strabismus since as young as 11 months (they wander in all the ways. Now, as he stayed "your eyes move like Mexican jumping beans while still arguing with one another about where to point"). Also, its confirmed that I do live with nystagmus of both eyes that does occassionaly result in various types seizures and extreme migraines. Until recently, doctors consistently told me surgery was not necasary and would not prescribe prism lenses. That the surgery was far.too likely to do more harm than good. They did, however, prescribe for astigmatism, one eye being near and the other being far sighted. As well as serious sensitivity to light. Unfortunately, that has changed. About 2 weeks ago, I was referred to a specialist for a more in depth eye exam to see of surgery is now necasary, and was given a prescription with all of the above things as well as prism. I've sense come to the conclusion to hold off on the self pay expense of the original prescription until I can compare it with the specialists findings. (I've carried on without glasses for 2 years. So, I figure another 2 months, saving me about $400, should be fine. All of that rambling and introduction being finished 🤣 I would like to ask your expert opinion on how much youd suspect the doctors may need to do for the surgery. As well as what you believe (or have experienced) will be an estimated success rate? One of the reasons they always told me that they wouldnt refer me for surgery is because all the doctors I've seen have suspected that I have a higher risk of either or both of them being stuck. I appologize for the long comment, the ramblings, and for any unnecessary information. Needless to say; I'm more than worried about what may come and what this may mean from here going forward.
I had this when I was like 5 after glasses failed and my parents did it because the eye doctor said it would be difficult as I get older and people would bully me for having strabismus so it was right to get surgery. I’m 20 now and it never returned but I can see slight asymmetry. Probably from the surgery because they had to move both eyes or maybe it was natural
@DrRupaWong Do you have any recommendations or thoughts on having strabismus surgery to correct diplopia/exotropia caused by having Ocular Myasthenia Gravis?
I have exotropia and it hurts because i had it when i was 12 years old in 2016 now i am 20 years old in 2024 and lately it started hurting more because of my ezotropia i cant do anything how can i get eye surgery muscke if i feel pain?
What has your experience been with strabismus surgery?
my son was not born with a squint he was absolutely healthy fine no vision problems ,
but when he turned 2.5yrs one fine day out of the blue his eye just turned squint, we were so gutted , we went to many doctors and finally corrected it with a surgery a bit of squint still remains without the specs but with specs his eyes are straight, the doctor said when he turns 18 we can do a laser to correct the number and that in turn will correct the squint without specs.
my question is can u tell how can a kid out of the blue get a squint, one doctor went to the extent saying he was born with it , i felt like slapping him coz were we blind for 2 years that we couldnt see the squint?
I'm getting my third one. My last one was over 15 years ago. From what I could remember was an inability to open my eyes due to the 'sand' sensation and discomfort.
@@neriayllon7430 Thanks for sharing, Neri! Were you happy with the results?
@@DrRupaWong I definitely was. Most can’t tell the drifting of my eyes despite me being able to tell. I knew it was time for another one when I would only use one eye at a time to read or drive.
Hi Doc! I’ve always wanted to create UA-cam channel however I am really self conscious about my eye turn. I had it since I was little both eyes. I had my first surgery when I was 21 it got a little bit better than before but now it’s coming back I am 36 now and thinking of getting Botox for my squint. Do you recommend that?
I had eye surgery when I was 17 years old because I used to suffer from lazy eye. My doctor sent me to the best Children's Hospital in the country for me to fix it. I was terrified, but the surgeon and the team handled the surgery like pros. I remember after the surgery, I would get double vision. I'm starting to ramble, but all you said in the video is true. And if anyone is going to have eye surgery, you'll be okay and take it easy during your healing 🤗
I have exotropia, and I'm turning 33 and finally had the courage to take this surgery next week. have good vision on both eyes and no double vision. my doc said he'll adjust 4 muscles in both eyes. Fed up with people judgy stares all the time. Praying it will be smooth and successful. watching this video feels comforting, thank you!
I'm so glad to help. Best wishes! :)
when is it now please?
Are your eyes corrected now?
@@EdonaChoi-u5jyes. not 100% (still noticeable when doing side glances) but its straight now when face to face view. quite an upgrade from before. totally satisfied now.
same I got exotropia and got surgery today:D
Do you have any suggestions where to get emotional help from having strabismus? Having confidence is so hard when people are constantly judging you for your eyes. It really just makes you hate life.
Do your glasses if you wear them, not help straighten them?
@@Sskim-ue6 no it doesn’t.
I just left my optometrist because of this exact problem! Just go to the doctor bro….they will def help you out with the best options. Don’t give up I know it’s hard!!!! Much love brother
Do you have a primary doctor? They should be able to refer you somewhere. If not, do a google search for "psychiatrists near me" or contact any mental health clinic. PLEASE reach out to a professional for help until you get the help you need. DO NOT give up!!!
Have you met with an eye surgeon about having this surgery? I will know Monday when I am having it done! I do have double vision and migraines, etc. due to strabismus, however in the past year my eye drifting has gotten noticeably worse because my friends and family are pointing it out to me and that is why I called and made an appointment with an eye doctor who referred me to a surgeon. So I totally understand how you feel about your confidence, you're not alone!! I actually broke down and cried when the eye doctor told me she didn't think I would be able to get surgery since my vision was getting worse, lol! Embarrassing, but I guess she felt bad for me since she decided to send me to surgeon anyways just to see what they said, so good thing I did get emotional during my eye exam! 🙃
Good luck! You deserve to be happy and confident !!!
I know how you feel. I wear dark tinted glasses
I’ve had the surgery 3 times on both eyes. Once when I was 11 months old, once when I was 12 and again at 15 before I had glasses. Now at 21 my right eye is perfect my vision is perfect but my left eye doesn’t always stay centered. The surgery went fine the only problem is sometimes I have problems with my depth perception
Thank you for sharing your experience with this surgery. I am glad you were okay with the results overall. I appreciate you sharing!
I am almost 7 weeks post op. So far so good!! Same alignment since right after surgery. I will see my surgeon again in March to make sure the alignment stays. First surgery for me at 47 years old for alternating esotropia. I had 2 muscles done in each eye. My turn in was 70 diopters. I am now a 4!!
I'm so glad this surgery helped you, Diedra!
Congratulations so happy for you!
I was born with Norma eyes, and they started to both get lazy when I turned 15.
10 years later it's only now I'm able to afford an ophthalmologist. He said he can do the alignment for me. I'm so scared because both my eyes need aligning.
@@HopeFulPresh Thank you for sharing, Precious. I am so glad you are able to afford care. I hope you are able to ask your doctor any questions you may have so they can calm your nerves. 🙏💞
Thank you so much 🥺🙏🏾I definitely will.
Any pointers on additional important questions I should ask?
I am now 5 days post op of my second strabismus surgery. They did two muscles in my right eye (very painful!). First surgery was 9 years ago when I was 14 on both eyes with one muscle per eye. They have already informed me that chances are I will have the surgery again in 20 years. All worth it if there is no more double vision!
Fingers crossed for you! 🤞
Hello I have a question, roughly 5 months ago I had my strabismus eye surgery (I am 15 years old) and i was curious for the reason why you had to do another surgery? Should i be worried that i would need to get it done again?
Look AT cauze of strabismus wixh iregular astigmatism. That makes blurry image more in one eye and deviates
I have two children with nystagmus and one with strabismus too. The child with only nystagmus underwent a very successful strabismus surgery to correct it and the results were miraculous.
The one with both is set to undergo strabismus surgery on both eyes in a few days and I'm a nervous wreck. But it's absolutely necessary. He's the most brilliant child I've ever met, and not to sound like a narcissist but I was a top 1% gifted student myself. This child is so far beyond where I was at his age in raw intelligence it's scary. But he's struggling in school because he can't see well enough to keep up despite some accomodations.
Even having been through this with another child, I'm a nervous wreck about this. Thank you for making this video. It has done quite a lot to ease my nerves.
Strabismus is cause NY iregular astigmatism. Glasses are not good because axis change at each eye movement. Scleral lenses or lens surgery with toric are solutions
My 3 year old is getting this surgery next week. Thank you so much for the video! I now have a peace of mind.
Hey how did it go? My 3 hear old is having it done next week! How is the recovery going?
I hope the surgery went well, would love to have an update 😊
@@DrRupaWong Amazing!!! Successful!!
After surgery try other soluțions then glasses. They are far from eye and not correct toric axes wich make blurry image. Brain avoids the blurry eye and has strabismus
Thank you! I am getting my second Surgey after twelve years. First one did not work as I have alternating extropia. Doc is doing it again but on the inner muscle this time. Hope it works and thank you for being an angel to people who suffer from this!
Any update on this?
@@TirtharajBiswas yes it was a success! Took two times but eyes are in perfect alignment.
I am 53 now but growing up in the small town i grew up in I was constantly teased about me lazy eye. My older brother had it as well but he had surgery when he was a infant. I am going to finally get mine corrected in the middle of April. I have had 13 different surgeries for different issues through out the years but this scares me the most. I did have laser surgery done on the same eye because there was a small hole in that eye. But I can not stand anyone touching my eyes so we will see how this goes. I am going to be awake for it so that will be interesting.
I am so sorry you have struggled with this! Best of luck with your surgery.
Treat astigmatism because that blurry image în one eye cause strabismus. Try lens e change with toric or wear scleral eyeprint lenses
When is the best time to do weight lifting or to hit the gym again after this surgery? 1 month? 2 months? Thank you for answering
My toddler is going in to have both eyes adjusted tomorrow. I’ve been trying to not freak out about it. The anesthesia is my biggest concern. But also the post op care and infection prevention is another thing that I have really struggled with. He’s 2 1/2. His left eye has been almost completely pointed outward and up. His right eye floats up and in. Even though the surgery is minimal, being a health care professional, I see danger around every corner. This video was very informative and helpful to calm some of my nerves. Thank you for this information! ❤
I was so scared of having double vision after my surgery that really helped me thank you
Of course! I am happy to have helped.
Hi, thank you for this video, its very helpful 😊 could you tell me, right after surgery its better to cut down computer, tv and smartphone or its not necessary? Its better to „exercise” this eye or it’s better to relax?
I had this surgery when I was 3 or 4 years old. Heard the younger you are the better chance of success. I’m 33 years old now & need it again. My right eye turns outward. I don’t have double vision thankfully
Scleral toric lenses are treating iregular astigmatism and have good efect against strabismus
@@radu7189 Thanks! I would love to wear those type of contact lenses, but putting fingers near my eye bothers me.
For what it's worth, I recently had an adjustable suture in one eye & non-adjustable in the other, modifying the medial rectus on each side. The eye with the adjustable suture hurt much more and took about twice as long to recover. Sample size of one, so I don't know how meaningful that is.
I also found that I really did not want to use my eyes more than the bare minimum for five or six days afterward. Listened to audiobooks all day. Reading or watching TV was out.
Thank you for sharing your experience. It is important to hear everyones' experience!
Me too.... I have the same feeling. Adjustable suture takes longer to recover.... I didn't feel like forcing my eyes for the first 4 days
Thank you for the information doc. Especially for talking about he success in terms of alignment.
Of course! I'm glad this was helpful. If you have anything else you would like to see that I haven't posted yet, let me know!
@@DrRupaWong Hi Doc, I want to know if after the surgery with your patients, are there improvement with their vision? Did you have patients where their eyes work together? I hope i can find an expert doctor. I will have my check up next month. will save for the surgery.
Thank you for this video, I am in my 40's and finally getting my surgery, I only wish I had done this many years ago but I am excited for my appointment coming up this month. I honestly didn't even want to see surgery pics but wanted to know what to expect. I love my surgeon, she is so caring and very experienced so I know I'm in good hands. I was told about ten years ago I couldn't have the procedure done because I would have double vision, but the doctor was actually frustrated during my exam because I have double strabismus and I have learned to control my eyes to an extent. So my current doctor would have to tell me which eye to relax when doing the exam and measurements because my eyes would keep switching. But thank you for the video, it was helpful, and I'm heading for my last appointment today before the surgery and now I know what questions to ask.
Best wishes with your surgery! I am glad this was helpful, Cheryl. Thank you for watching :)
That's just like my case! I was getting frustrated at the exam because my eyes kept switching and none of doctors were able to give me clear instruction as to whether I am suppose to relax it and let it go or keep it together. How did your surgery go? Mine is planned for this week and I am scared that my brain won't accept it as I can't connect the picture together.
My question is DO YOU DO IT BASED ON GLASSES OR regular without glasses.
Hello from Toronto, Ontario, Canada! I"m happy I found your channel, I am having my second strabismus surgery this coming summer 2023. The first surgery was decades ago when I was a baby and I don't remember it, so your information has been helpful. Thank you so much, your information is so valuable to me-and obviously many others too!
Thank you so much, Wendy! That means a lot to me. I am glad to help.
Strabismus is sexondary to blurry image more in one eye (iregular astigmatism). Try other soluțions not glasses that are not following eye movements and toric axes
It's indescribable to think I had this done around the age of 5-6 years old.
this is a really good explanation, thank you
Thank you for watching!😊
I had strabismus since I was born. I never had any eye sight problems. When I got my vision checked I was told I have 20/20 which I was shocked but that might not mean anything. The wandering eyes just affect my appearance but I can see perfectly fine, no double vision. I don’t wanna have to go to multiple surgeries but I might have to.
I have no double visions and also have 20/20 vision but having eye muscle surgery March 20th im very nervous
@@VJJK-xt1ng let me know how it goes pls
@V. JJK how did your surgery go?
@@lakendrajones8449 I am 7 days post op and I am doing very well. A bit of discomfort but overall great!
@@alexlol0958 hi, it went great! So far I’m doing good. Eye is a red and there’s a bit of discomfort but outcome seems to be good so far
Just finished my 4th (yes, 4th) strabismus surgery and hoping its my last. Its so discouraging when the eyes start drifting out of alignment again. Ill wait 6 weeks and keep my fingers crossed. This process has really altered alot of my independence.
I am keeping my fingers crossed that it will be your last!
How are you now? My 11 yr old daughter is advised to get strabismus surgery.
@@surabhimuralidhar2322 same pretty much. Prisms help to lessen double vision some and ill surely take that but im still searching for options
My husband just had this surgery, and he had a stroke 2 years ago that weakened his right side of the body, even took most of his vision and weakened eye muscles. Sees double, blurry, etc. he found a doc that gave him glasses with prisms and was doing soso… still not able to drive or anything but he just had this surgery 2 days ago and he’s so disappointed he says he feels like it made it worse 😢I’m so sad for him but hopefully it heals and he realizes it’s better.
Sorry to hear , any updates ?
Ive had 2 surgeries. First one went great other than finding out the hard way I'm allergic to the drops they used. Wasnt quite 100% so required a send surgery. Now i can finally see perfect. If anyone is in the Chicago area, i HIGHLY recommend Dr McDonnell at Loyola! Good luck.
Thanks for sharing!😊
What is the doctor full name please I need to look him in I’m in Chicago
I've been living with a lazy left eye since I was 12 and I'll be having this surgery on september 25th, 2023!! I'll be so happy to finally have my eyes looking straight ahead!! Thank you for your information on the surgery. 👍🏻👍🏻
P.S. Have you perfomed this surgery on both eyes on the same day?
Lol i have my surgery the same day, good luck bro.
@@CalebBeltrán-e3s That's cool. Good luck to you as well!
How was it?
@@jalisascott8163 Thank you for asking. The surgery went fine. But my left eye isn't healing as fast as the right eye. I guess it's because the left eye had been turning outwards since I was 12. I'm having a little bruising type of pain on the outer corner of my left eye and top of the eye lid but I was prescribed some cream to put on my eyes twice a day and that helps some.
@@Parker_World_Tv I hope you are doing better. How are your eyes now?
Greetings from India, How long will the redness fade?
I had eye surgery when was 8 at the time in may, I was very nervous but after the surgery I could bearly open my eyes😬
Thank you for this video!
I went to a local strabismus surgeon and was really disappointed to hear that he was concerned it may cause double vision that may be uncurable ): He was not sure of any other options at the time and said to come back in a year. Do you know if there are any possible options in these types of situations? Thank you in advance for all your help, love your videos!
Thank you for this helpful video!
Whats your thought on intermittent exotropia on a 3 year old? Based on your experience, do you recommend surgery or do you think its something the kid can benefit better when she's a bit more grown up?
Goodmorning Dr Rupa thank you this video.
How much does that surgery cost?
Hey Sam! Good question. It really depends on your physician and insurance. It could cost anywhere from $5,000-10,000.
Hi doctor..can you please walk me through.[the process] ..? Who to start with to have the surgery done? Please 🙏...it's really a nightmare for me,one of my weakness been strabismus.
You will talk with an ophthalmologist and let them know you would like to consider this surgery :)
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Awww, thank you so much for the support.
Hi Dr. Rupa, I've noticed this issue with my left eye last year and just got a diagnosis yesterday to find out I have Hyper exotropia in my left eye. I also have Retinitis Pigmentosa since 2002. I was doing some research and a coworker came across your video and shared it. My next step is to find doctors that could complete this type of surgery. I enjoyed the video and would like to know if you know of any doctor referrals in the New Orleans, LA area?
My 14 month old daughter suffers from this & Glaucoma. Now is the time to have surgery for the strabismus but the doctor introduced Botox as a method. I haven’t seen any videos of Botox dealing with kids who suffer from Strabismus. Can you do one explaining the pros & cons of doing Botox vs muscle surgery? Would like to know if it’s worth going with Botox vs surgery. Thanks in advance 🙏🏽
Hey! Here is a video I have done on botox- ua-cam.com/video/fi4SlyQYxt0/v-deo.html
Let me know what you think in the comments and if you have anymore questions. :)
Thank you! Very informative! Should my daughter take arnica before surgery to reduce bruising?
Glad to help! Definitely get with your daughters surgeon about any medications.
I have had this surgery twice so far one at 4 and one at 6. I’m 18 now and my doctor is starting to talk about surgery again, so I will probably have a another surgery in the next couple of years.
So sorry you have the have these surgeries! I hope this next one lasts you a long time.
Thank you for sharing!
I was born with strabismus. Had my first surgery when I got my own insurance at 18. It wasn't enough to do the one weaker right eye (which is usually the one that turns in) only so I had to go back for a second op on the dominant eye. The results were ok. A noticeable difference and I didn't need glasses at the time. 20 years passed and I went back to have strabismus surgery in ATL about 5 months ago at 39yo. Haven't noticed any change, especially with glasses off. I insisted on adjustable sutures after reading so many positive experiences but was told they don't help and wouldn't be performed. After my final post-op (3 months), the doctor was happy with the results of operating on just the weaker eye. Should I try someone else? It's wasn't cheap, even with good insurance. There's not a lot of options where I live and even Atlanta is 2.5 hours drive each way. Maybe my brain is too stubborn. Maybe I have no recourse. My surgeon also had nothing good to say about vision therapy. I don't know what to do. Kind of hopeless at this point. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks.
Hello Dr. This video is really helpful. I'm a parent of 5-year-old kid and my daughter has exotropia (right eye). Her eyes and vision were perfectly normal at birth and only at her age of 2 we noticed her right eye squinting. Her squint is not constant and occurs occasionally when she's tired and feeling sick or sleepy. After an year of eye-patching exercise, now her paediatric ophthalmologist suggested to undergo surgery in both eyes. I would like to get your opinion on this.
I wish I could see them in person, Sharmila! It is hard to diagnose over UA-cam. I wish you and your daughter all the best.
Same situation for my girl next week
What are your thoughts on vision therapy? Is it possible to have a successful surgery with both a horizontal and vertical eye turn?
I have exotropia on both eyes and my right eye was corrected 2 weeks ago. I feel like I have double and blurred vision. I have a follow up in 3 months however the eye is healing just fine. I hope these symptoms subside very soon.
Hi Dr. Rupa, so glad I found your video. I just had a bilateral lateral rectus recess yesterday in Fort Worth, TX. My exotropia was either adult onset or adult manifestation. The post-op double vision started several hours after surgery. I was pleased to hear that it's temporary. Is there harm to closing one when needing to focus for walking, cooking, etc. as my eyes heal?
Hi Dr. Rupa! Thank you for making this video, it's really helpful. I finally decided to go to a pediatric ophthalmologist. I was avoiding this for so long due to the fear of needing surgery especially if it's painful during one. Coz I have read that not all are under general anesthesia, some are on local anesthesia or just sedated, and have to do it awake.
I'm so glad this was helpful! Just remember going in is just to talk/get an exam. You won't be having surgery that day. You can ask all the questions you need and then decide.
Thanks for doing this video! My surgery is in 12 days. I've never had general anesthesia and am almost 70. I'm looking forward to the improved vison. I had TED and it caused the eyes to go in different directions. I hope my brain can relearn how to coordinate things again. I do wear a patch and switch it from right to left so one doesn't get left out of the party for too long.
So glad to share. I hope you are extremely happy with the results of your surgery. Best wishes!
Hi 👋 I am getting mine in 2 weeks my eye have been misaligned for 5 years now but it got worse so I decided to do this surgery, i hope that it goes away and thank you now I know what is coming
How did your surgery go?
I’m sure this has been asked. Is the surgery covered by insurance? Is there anything I need to be aware of, or need to cover with the doctor, to consider what insurance can cover.
Thanks!
Really depends on your insurance coverage. Call the doctor to get CPT and diagnosis codes, then call your insurance to verify. Also, verify with insurance if the surgeon and facility is in-network.
It just depends! You will need to call your insurance company as well as your surgeon. Best wishes!
I was born with congenital cataracts so have had several other issues arise, one being hypertropia and exotropia! Tomorrow is my 29th surgery all together but I must say it is a pretty painful surgery for me. It probably doesn’t help that there’s so much scar tissue, but it’s definitely more than a discomfort… I never understood when surgeons or doctors who have never had something done can tell you how much pain you are in. I always get opioid pain medication because it’s the only thing that helps unfortunately.
After eye surgery will one eye be open more than the other or will the go back to how they were?
Hi I really appreciated your video--wish I had found BEFORE my surgery. I have exotropia, hypertrophy (spelking?), and skewing. That occurred because of the 8 head injuries I've had. My vision could no longer be corrected by prisms. My surgeon was great both as a human and a doctor. I was terrified about this surgery AND she wanted to do post procedure adjustment. I really did not know if I could do it.
What I had no preparation for was what it would be like to look out of my new eyes. I felt like someone had strapped virtual reality goggles on me that I could not take off. It was very strange to move around in space, disorienting. I had experiences of depth perception. My eyes are strained from focusing, refocusing, refocusing again. I can manage my health difficulties better if I understand what to expect. They are having trouble making new glasses and I really struggle to make out text. I bring this up because, for me, my recovery has been difficult. If I had known how radical it was going to be looking out of my eyes post-op. I am so grateful to my surgeon and her team. After two + decades of double vision, she has some magical knowledge about the geometry of eye muscles. I have NO double/triple vision (can't see up close). I really think your video really helps a patient prepare for this surgery. Thank you.
How would you recommend someone who is uninsured and unable to self pay go about receiving treatment for their strabismus issues? I've dealt with my eyes being like this for my entire life, and it is to the point of being a crippling debilitation in recent years. Are there any charities or programs you know of that may be of assistance? My life is at a standstill, and there isn't anything I can personally do about it. Any assistance would be immeasurably appreciated.
Some places accept surgical procedures credit cards. Try and research the surgeons and places to see if they except it. Alphaeon or care credit is some you can choose from.
Unfortunately since it is elective you will likely need to pay upfront. Have you sought disability designation from this if it keeps you from working? Perhaps then you could qualify for medicaid in your state and eventually get it.
Apply for disability benefits! You can also apply for medicaid in your state. I didn't think medicaid would cover the surgery, but it is considered a medical surgery rather than a vision surgery, if that makes sense. Another option- call 211 to reach community services, they could probably get you in touch with local charity organizations. Good luck!!
How long until i can box again after surgery? Thanks!
Definitely ask your surgeon for personal advice! Thank you for being here!
@@DrRupaWong 3 days
I have a question i have optic nerve hypoplasia could you teach a bit more about it?
I just had my surgery and I didn't see any doctor after the procedure. Only person I seen was the discharge lady and she wheeled me out about 30 minutes after i woke up. I felt like iit was weird but i was kinda out of it
How was the results?
Hi, I am quite on in years. I’m at a prism of 13 BO for Strabismus and it slowly continues to get worse. My right eye is inward and down. The left eye is OK.
I have high myopia. Probably 12 diopters of correctness. My eyes are egg-shaped. The retinas are stretched thin.
I’m at a high risk because of the above and because I have had a number of previous eye surgeries. I have had surgery for a detached retina in the left eye and laser for three retinal tears in the right eye. I have had cataract surgery on both eyes, laser for secondary cataract in the right eye; a macular cyst on the left eye; surgery for a retina wrinkle in the left eye.
My question is, given all of this, should I have the surgery for Strabisimus on my right eye? I hate the double vision and eye contact with others is difficult. Do you have a recommendation?
Thank you.
Thanks for the info. I had the surgery done when I was a young child because I had a stroke when I was born and that caused the lazy eye. ❤
I had strabismus surgery (at 15 years old) it’s been 1 month and nothings changed. Please tell me I’ll be fine 😢
I'm having my 2nd strabismus surgery, this coming Friday. My 1st was in 2006
I hope you love the results!
Hi Dr. Rupa, I found out that I am a candidate for strabismus surgery on just the inner eye muscles in both eyes, but I am very anxious about it. The prism glasses I have are at a 15, so they are extreme. I also have myopic degeneration, noticeable mostly in the left eye...so whatever correct they might do, I feel like there will still be distortion. Can you give any encouraging advice...?
I had this surgery on my right eye 6 months ago and the left eye yesterday
I hope you are recovering well!😊
I’m 56 and had unsuccessful attempts at treating my lazy eye at a very young age, but now I’m just wanting to align my eye for appearance, is it safe to do now at this age ?
I’m Sasholey and I would like to get a strabismus surgery done. I need to know where to find you Dr. Tips Wang
I am in Honolulu Hawaii and The Honolulu Eye Clinic :-)
Can you get strabismus surgery before lasik? I need both procedures, but I'm more concerned about my misaligned eyes.
Good day. What is more effective operation or prism? After strabismus surgery, I have an angle from 0 to +1
Operation straightens your eyes whilst prism gives an illusion of straight eyes/straightens the eyes only when you were glasses look at it is as long term fix or short term fix✌🏾
Thank you so much for this video. I am getting my surgery next week. I am 30 years old and I got the surgery done in elementary school and again when I was 20. Unfortunately this is my third one and hoping it will be my last. I am very nervous, more nervous than I was the previous times. Your video helped calm me down though. I have a good doctor who was trained at UCLA Stein Eye Institute so I am trusting him and his surgery plan.
I'm so glad this was helpful, Marissa. I wish you the best and I hope you can remain as calm as possible. Thank you for being here!
Is your surgeon in Los Angeles? If so, would you mind sharing his information? How did your surgery go?
@@radiatelight4100yes, his name is Dr Manchandia. I think he’s with Kaiser now.
The surgery went very well! It’s been almost a year and my eyes are still doing good. The alignment looks good! Not 100% perfect, but as my surgeons said, you can never anticipate how your brain will respond to the surgery. But I feel so much better and I’m glad I did it.
Please conver the topic of oculocardiac reflex!!! Is there a risk to die during this surgery due to heart stop??? I am in panic about it, I need this operation soon
Hey Katja. I will put this topic on my list. Please try to remain calm. Most likely, you will be just fine. :)
Is Foley catheter used for this surgery???plzz answer it
Hi doctor I have extropia strabismus and amblyopia… I know the strabismus surgery won’t fix the vision. Since I have amblyopia Is that true in my case it will be cosmetic surgery because it won’t fix the vision? So insurance won’t cover it? Any thoughts?
One week post op. I developed strabismus in my postdoctoral research year last year. So far double vision is mostly gone. Louisville, KY.
I'm so glad to learn that, Zach! 🥳 If you wouldn't mind sharing, what is the name of your surgeon? It may be helpful for someone else in your area!
I live in the Louisville/Southern IN area and just spoke with the surgeon today about this procedure. Would like to know who did your procedure and how you are doing please?
Hi there, would you mind sharing an update? Who was your surgeon?
I have severe strabismus I had my second surgery when I was 12 and I was blind for two days. And now I’m 20 and have not had any problems. However I was left with permanent dark scars that appear right in my bags where they cut the muscle.
Yes, unfortunately that can happen especially if you have natural thinner conjunctiva which makes those initial incisions visible and especially for re-operations. But I'm glad that the surgeries were eventually successful!
For an adult with convergent excess esotropia with significant double vision (double vision being the primary complaint), is it expected to still have double vision after the surgery? If so, why? Also, how long until the double vision finally corrects? Thanks!
Hi Dr. Wong i'm 69 years old and i have double vision after Vitrectomy surgery in my right eye. is strabismus surgery safe? my eye surgeon said the only side effect is overcorrection since i have minor double vision
my eye surgery is scheduled for May 31st 2023, at the children’s hospital in my province. I have strabismus in my right eye and i’m going to be 17 at the time of my surgery (my birthday is 6 days before) I’m so excited ❤❤
Good luck my surgery was for May 30th originally but I got it pushed forward to April the 26th 2023 but I am recovering well
I have diplopia onky when riding a motorcycle
Maybe because the vibration
I have TED too
My eye doctors suggest prims glasses or strabismus surgery
How do you know i still have diplopia or not after surgery?
hi Dr Rupa wong thank you very much for this explinations about strabismus syrgery.
Yasine from Morocco 33 years old I have a strabismus in my left eye since I was born is it safe I can do a surgery .
I am glad this was helpful! Definitely schedule an appointment with a local doctor to discuss the surgery. Thank you for watching!
Getting mine in a few weeks. Currently doing refraction and working out the therapy and aftercare plan but I can’t wait😢
Best of luck! :)
Getting surgery tomorrow morning. I'll let you know how it went. Greetings from The Netherlands
Best of luck! Yes, let me know!
Had surgery this morning. Recession of the inner eye muscles on both eyes. All went well and can look at myself straight in the mirror. The experience is live changing already. The image is so much calmer. Eyes are a bit sore now but nothing i cant handle. I am really happy and hope my eyes stay this way
@@gerhard1211 Great!
@@gerhard1211 Any updates?
I just had this surgery a week ago for both eyes. For my entire life, whenever I held something close to my eyes, one would shoot outwards, giving me double vision. Now, it's gone, however now when I hold something close to my eyes I get a short, sharp mini headache that only lasts a few seconds. I'm assuming it's because my brain is still adjusting to the fact that my eyes are staying in place now. It is a weird sensation.
Thanks for sharing, Zenobia! I'm glad the surgery helped you. I hope your headaches go away soon. Let your doctor know you are having these issues especially if they continue.
How much does it cost for the surgery
@@Steelermill It really just depends on your insurance. My out of pocket expenses was around $900.00. Altogether it was over $14,000. Check with your insurance for estimates.
@@Steelermill in my area, $10k total cost hospital, physician and anesthesia cost. With my insurance, I paid balance on max out of pocket or $2680
Was it painful after?
Hello Doc, i have this surgery next week. I have an issue (cross eye) with my left eye however my surgeon is doing a surgery on my right eye, is this something common and how its supposed to be? I feel like if my left eye is lazy, the surgery should be done on that eye…FYI, I have had this surgery before, 18 years ago.
How did your surgery on your good eye go? :)
Helpful information. Thank you.
I’m so scared after I watched the strabismus surgery 😢. I have Grave’s disease and Chiari one malformation, both of my eyes are bulging one is bulging out more than the other. My left pupil now goes up a little and my right goes down a little bit when I look straight, but my left pupil goes up more when I look to the left, when I drive I would have to turn my neck to the left to look to the left. I can’t look straight and my head has to tilt a little to the right most of the time. Adjusting the suture when having no anesthesia is painful.
My son has intermittent exotropia at 2 yrs old. I am apprehensive with undergoing surgery so I had him do eye rehab with a pediatric orthopist. Yearly, i have yo spend much for a special lens which is a bit pricey. Do you think this case will be cured with non invasive options or surgery is really required? Reading the comments about post op, the discomfort triggers my anxiety.
Last week, a students in my class publicly asked me, how does my eyes work, I am confusing him. So awkward and disgraceful. I wish I could get a foundation or sponsor to help me with the correction surgery.
Mam my age is 14. i have done with a surgery a month ago and i am feeling like my eyeyiled is droopy comparatively to the other eye please Just tell me is it normal
I’ve had this surgery twice and I need another one 😭😭😭 my eyes are drifting yet again 😞 the surgery It’s not painful but just extremely uncomfortable 😣
I'm so sorry, Alexandra! It is never fun to have a surgery done. :(
I just had strabismus surgery on my left eye to correct esotropia two days ago. When I look in the mirror I do not see my eye turning inward anymore but maybe somewhat outward. Is it a possibility it was over corrected or just to soon to tell how it will settle in ? TIA.
When can you wear contact lenses post surgery?
My kids are part of that 30%: youngest just had his second surgery and oldest will have his second operation soon. Thanks for the informative videos!
Glad to help, Jeanie! Sorry your kiddos needed the surgeries.
Has she done a video on Lasik surgery? I was thinking about getting it and I wanted to know the pros and cons.
Hey! I have not posted this video yet but it is in the works. Thank you for the suggestion!
My right eye is the lazy one. However, its blind already due to the accident. Im thinking of having surgery to correct how it looks, even if its blind already.. Do you recommend this surgery for me?
Bring it up next time you go in to see your doctor. It is always worth the conversation. :-)
I currently have Strabismus on the right eye and wearing eyeglasses with a prism of 6 and 6 BO in each lens. I have had retinal detachment in the left eye and 3 retinal tears in the right. I am very nearsighted (-12) and had cataract surgery in both eyes. That surgery immediately led to serious implications: development of strabismus in right eye, double vision, macular cyst, macular wrinkle (surgery), “ghosting” in vision of the left eye. All stemmed from the cataract surgery. The ghosting always occurs if I do close work such
as mobile phone or watch TV, and usually corrects overnight
Therefore, my eyes are extremely sensitive to physical procedures.
My question is could there be an additional serious risk to the eyes if strabismus surgery is performed? Retinal detachment, tears, wrinkle, cyst,etc?
Thank you.
Between the ages of 6 months and 14 years I had this done 5 times. It never took; I don't know if it ever would. It's the result of a TBI.
Good morning. Thank you for this video and being welcoming to questions.
I'm 33 years old and have lived with strabismus since as young as 11 months (they wander in all the ways. Now, as he stayed "your eyes move like Mexican jumping beans while still arguing with one another about where to point"). Also, its confirmed that I do live with nystagmus of both eyes that does occassionaly result in various types seizures and extreme migraines.
Until recently, doctors consistently told me surgery was not necasary and would not prescribe prism lenses.
That the surgery was far.too likely to do more harm than good.
They did, however, prescribe for astigmatism, one eye being near and the other being far sighted. As well as serious sensitivity to light.
Unfortunately, that has changed.
About 2 weeks ago, I was referred to a specialist for a more in depth eye exam to see of surgery is now necasary, and was given a prescription with all of the above things as well as prism.
I've sense come to the conclusion to hold off on the self pay expense of the original prescription until I can compare it with the specialists findings. (I've carried on without glasses for 2 years. So, I figure another 2 months, saving me about $400, should be fine.
All of that rambling and introduction being finished 🤣
I would like to ask your expert opinion on how much youd suspect the doctors may need to do for the surgery. As well as what you believe (or have experienced) will be an estimated success rate?
One of the reasons they always told me that they wouldnt refer me for surgery is because all the doctors I've seen have suspected that I have a higher risk of either or both of them being stuck.
I appologize for the long comment, the ramblings, and for any unnecessary information. Needless to say; I'm more than worried about what may come and what this may mean from here going forward.
I had this when I was like 5 after glasses failed and my parents did it because the eye doctor said it would be difficult as I get older and people would bully me for having strabismus so it was right to get surgery. I’m 20 now and it never returned but I can see slight asymmetry. Probably from the surgery because they had to move both eyes or maybe it was natural
Would a lack of asymmetry cause a disadvantage in sports
Why do doctors about eyes do surgery on both of your eyes? Is that more work and will it make it differently?
@DrRupaWong Do you have any recommendations or thoughts on having strabismus surgery to correct diplopia/exotropia caused by having Ocular Myasthenia Gravis?
Is it possible to cure without surgery.
I have exotropia and it hurts because i had it when i was 12 years old in 2016 now i am 20 years old in 2024 and lately it started hurting more because of my ezotropia i cant do anything how can i get eye surgery muscke if i feel pain?
Realy good video. Thumbs up :) I subbed.
Thanks a lot!