Is Esotropia Serious

The cause of an esotropia depends on when it first occurs. In adults, a sudden onset of esotropia can be a sign of a very serious condition. 2 In infants and toddlers, esotropia is usually a sign of an abnormal development of the binocular system that develops in the brain.

Is esotropia a neurological disorder?

Various neurological conditions (hydrocephalus, stroke, etc.) can cause an eye to turn inward. A number of medical conditions can cause esotropia (thyroid eye disease, Duane syndrome, etc.).

Is esotropia the same as lazy eye?

Most people automatically use the term Lazy Eye when an eye crosses or turns outward. As stated above, an eye that moves on its own is a sign of Amblyopia or Lazy Eye, but Strabismus is the condition that one or both eyes turns inwards (esotropia) or out (exotropia).