Exotropia
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Many families first notice that one eye drifts outward intermittently or constantly: that describes exotropia, a type of strabismus in which the visual axes are not aligned.
Common symptoms:
- One eye that turns outward, especially with fatigue or when looking far away
- Closing one eye in bright light
- Possible double vision or eye strain
When to see a doctor? It is advisable to promptly check any eye misalignment in children, since vision is developing, and also in adults with new changes.
Which specialist treats it? The ophthalmologist evaluates alignment and visual health, with support from the optometrist in the functional assessment. A timely checkup is the best way to protect the development of vision.
Data on 493 doctors who treat exotropia
Which specialist treats exotropia?
Exotropia (an eye turning outward) should be evaluated by an Ophthalmologist, who can recommend treatment or surgery; an Optometrist can also help with the vision assessment.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in exotropia
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Andrea Ladrón de Guevara
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Úrsula Garcia Soto
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. José Ramón Olivas C.
Dr. Rosa Elena Pena Madero
Dr. Karla Paola Gonzalez Cabezas
Dr. Yolanda Yamilé López López
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. María Cristina Velázquez Ochoa
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Itzel Olivares Lara
Dr. Isaac E. Tello Mata
Dr. Arturo Ariph Ibarra Sánchez
Dr. Karina V. Ramírez García
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Mauricio Armando Esqueda Liquidano
Dr. Beatriz Ortiz Figueroa
Frequently asked questions
What is exotropia?
Many families first notice that one eye drifts outward intermittently or constantly: that describes exotropia, a type of strabismus in which the visual axes are not aligned.
Which doctor treats exotropia?
Exotropia (an eye turning outward) should be evaluated by an Ophthalmologist, who can recommend treatment or surgery; an Optometrist can also help with the vision assessment.