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Step 1
Treat the underlying cause. Glasses are often prescribed as a first choice to improve the focusing of both the eyes.
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Step 2
Exercise the eyes as suggested by the doctor. This activity may help the patient learn how to use both of them successfully.
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Step 3
Consider surgery to straighten the muscles. This option is usually performed when non-surgical options fail to work.
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Step 4
Cover the lazy one with a patch for a period of time. This tactic may be for weeks or up to a year and forces the impaired one to work and strengthen vision. New studies indicate that shorter periods of wearing the patch may be just as effective.
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Step 5
Use drops or ointments that cause the good side to go blurry. This option will force the other to work harder and hopefully make it stronger.
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Step 6
Treat with newly identified options. Atropine drops placed in the eye seem to be as effective as a patch.
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Step 7
Research vision therapy. The goal is not to strengthen the eye muscle because it is believed to be strong already. It is a combination of different therapies done in the physician's office that are modified for each patient.
