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A squint, also known as strabismus, refers to a condition in which the coordination of the eyes is disturbed. In healthy persons, both the eyes point in the same direction and the focus of the eyes remains the same. But in case of a squint, the focus of one eye is correct while the other eye deviates. The affected eye can turn upward, downward, inward or outward. The extraocular muscles help in the movements of the eyeball. A squint develops due to the weakening of one or more extraocular muscles. It is a common condition in young children between the ages of 1 to 3 years, but it can affect adults too. Homeopathic treatment for squint is very effective for mild to moderate cases. They help in strengthening the eye muscles gently and naturally. Under this treatment, homeopathy medicines along with eye exercises provide the best assistance to the patient. But in severe cases of squint, homeopathic medicines provide supportive treatment in conjunction with the conventional mode. It helps in managing the symptoms related to vision. Homeopathy treatment for squint is natural and has no side effects. They are safe to use for all ages.
A detailed case taking is essential in every case. Case analysis helps in identifying the underlying cause as well as the characteristic symptoms of each case. These symptoms assist in the selection of the appropriate homeopathic medicine.
What are the Causes and Types of Squints?
A squint develops when the muscles of the eyes are not working properly. There are two types of causes leading to a squint. The first type of cause is congenital. In congenital cases, a squint is present from birth. Also, this condition may be present in other members of the family. The second type of cause is acquired, where a squint develops later in life. Acquired causes include an injury to the brain or nerves, hydrocephalus, viral infections like meningitis and measles, accidents, long untreated eye illnesses like hyper myopia or long-sightedness, myopia or short sightedness, or astigmatism, which is a defect in the shape of the cornea. It may also be present in premature babies or children with Down’s Syndrome and cerebral palsy.
Squints can be intermittent – where it appears only for some time or during certain activities. It can also be constant – where it is present continuously. There are different types of squints, depending on the direction of eye movement. The first is exotropic where the eye turns outward; the second is esotropic where the eye moves inward. These are also known as divergent and convergent squints respectively. The third type is hypotropia here the eye turns downward, and the last is hypertropia in which the eye rotates upward.
Signs and Symptoms of a Squint
Signs and symptoms vary from mild to severe depending on the underlying cause and duration of the squint. In newborns and infants, you may notice deviation of the eyes in the initial months of life. It may be temporary and arise due to tiring of the eye muscles. Generally, it goes away by itself. But if it persists, treatment is required. A squint is a very common cosmetic problem which when not treated properly may lead to permanent loss of vision. It may affect one or both eyes. As mentioned earlier, since the patient is unable to focus both eyes at one point, he may move his face or head in a particular direction to use the eyes together. Either the person may see with one eye or develop double vision, also known as lazy eye or amblyopia. There may also be a loss of deep perception.
Homeopathic Medicines for Squint
Top homeopathic medicines for squint are Physostigma, Jaborandi, Cyclamen, Gelsemium, Natrum Mur, Ruta, Alumina, Cicuta, and Stramonium. Physostigma is a top ranked homeopathic medicine for squint cases with short-sightedness. There may be profuse watery discharge the patient may complain of weakness in the eyes. Jaborandi is a highly recommended homeopathic medicine for squint with long-sightedness. In such cases, the eye turns upward and inward. Cyclamen is a useful homeopathic medicine for squint where the affected eye turns toward the nose. There may be a burning sensation in the eye. The vision is disturbed, and objects may appear double. The patient may also complain of cloudy vision. Gelsemium is another very effective homeopathic medicine for squint with disturbances in vision. The patient may complain of blurred or double vision. The eye turns outward when the person is looking sideways and disappears when looking straight. The patient may experience difficulty in opening the eyes. Natrum Mur is a suitable homeopathic treatment for squint caused by the weakening of eye muscles. The person may complain of pain in the eyes when looking downward. The eyes turn outward. Patients may face difficulty working in sunlight or bright light. The symptoms may get worse with fatigue. Ruta is beneficial homeopathic treatment for squint which occurs due to the over straining of eye muscles. Symptoms may get worse due to excessive reading or working in dim light. Alumina is an excellent homeopathic treatment for squint in children where both eyes are affected. The symptoms may get worse during dentition. The child may tend to look at one point constantly. Cicuta works well in cases where a squint appears after certain intervals. In such cases, the patient develops a squint following a fall or a blow. Stramonium is a very effective homeopathic medicine for squint due to brain disorders. The patient may have wide open eyes with marked staring, the vision may be affected, and objects may appear dark and large.
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Sir,my left eye is squint outward.i had consulted with the doctors of Sankar netralaya but the doctors said that there is no any power left on that left eye so squint Sergery is also not successful for this condition.so I don’t know what to do……can this problem be solved by hemopathic????
Sir Mujhe squint ki problem h meri left eye lazy h y right eye ke saath rotate nhi hoti h
Sir,
My son is 4.5 years old and he have squint in left eye inwards kindly suggest me the medicine and exercise regarding this problem and kindly tell me in how much time will take to prevent this problem with medicine.
Regards
Varun sama
Respected Dr. Sharma,
Sir i beg to state that i have been suffering from lazy eye since birth. I have divergent squint and i am at present 40years old. This is a major reason of my gradual loss of selfesteem since i am a teacher. Having a strong faith in homeopathy i believe that you can be kind enough to treat my condition as my confiidance is moving out day by day. Hoping for a quick reply from you.
Thanking you
Shushovan Banik
Namaste Doctor
I am shubha from India .
My daughter is only 20 months old and I have observed squint in her left eye since last four months.
Her one eye turns inwards’ usually left one while she tries to focus on something .sometimes when looks right side her eye seems like without pupil .right eye also show sometimes the same ..but rarely .when she looks on something very keenly I have observed that she puts one of her hand on her left eye as if it would give her a bit relaxation. I do not know weather she feels pain or not as she is too young to tell or express but by looking at her face I guessed that she finds it hard to read or see things occasionally .
Kindly help me as I have a strong believe in homeopathy .Doctors gave suggested her glasses which does not wear and she can’t do any exercise as well in this age .
Hoping very positively to hear from you.
Shubha
Rajpura
punjab
I can see properly from two of my eyes but I have squint in my right eye.. My age is 19 ..and I don’t wear specs so please suggest if it is possible to get rid out of it through homeopathic treatment.
I HAVE FOUR YEAR OLD DAUTHER.SHE HAVE SQUINT RIGHT EYE.ITS NOTICED RECENTLY.4 MONTHS BACK SHE STARTED WEAR THG GLASS. IS THERE ANY TREATMENT .(VIEW TO NOSE SIDE)
Hello Dr
I am having a problem of squint outer side I can see properly by both eye but but my right eye moves out side so plz recommand me some medicine for that and my skin of eye vibrates some time and my age is 22
Namaste Doctor
I am shubha from India .
My daughter is only 20 months old and I have observed squint in her left eye since last four months.
Her one eye turns inwards’ usually left one while she tries to focus on something .sometimes when looks right side her eye seems like without pupil .right eye also show sometimes the same ..but rarely .when she looks on something very keenly I have observed that she puts one of her hand on her left eye as if it would give her a bit relaxation. I do not know weather she feels pain or not as she is too young to tell or express but by looking at her face I guessed that she finds it hard to read or see things occasionally .
Kindly help me as I have a strong believe in homeopathy .Doctors gave suggested her glasses which does not wear and she can’t do any exercise as well in this age .
Hoping very positively to hear from you.
Shubha
Rajpura
punjab
Hello Dr
I am having a problem of squint outer side I can see properly by both eye but but my right eye moves out side so plz recommand me some medicine for that and my skin of eye vibrates some time
I have Squint(Exotropia). Is there any medicine in homeopathic for this problem?
namaste sir.
sir my daughter age is 2.7 yrs.. and she has squint in both eyes..estropia..eyes comes inward direction….. she using spectacles of lense… 3 and 2.50 in left and right eyes…can u plz tell me …it cureable or not….
plz tell me some medicines… plz help…..
Sir, I hv squint problem in right eye and have undergone surgery in 2004, but didn’t get result. I am 37 years old. Plese suggest solution.
I have squint in right eye since childhood. Even I have spectacles since age of 18 years. Now I have turned 37. Is it possible to treat squint in right eye?
Meri one eye m squint prblm h meri age 25 years ki h Kya homeopathy medicine k through meri eye shi ho skti h ???? Pls reply nd how ??or krna time lgta h medicine k through
sir meri beti ko exotropia h wo bari bari 2nu eyes ko inward krti h is k ky med btaen plz
Sir meri sister ko esotropia eye ball suddenly move on nose she can’t concentrate one thing
Hello , Sir there is esotropia in my left eye since childhood
I am of 26 years now, can it be cured in homeopathic.
Hello, My 5-year-old daughter has a squint in her left eye, she has had this now for at least two years, strabismus, she doesn’t have it all the time it comes and goes. I took her to the optometrist and they gave her glasses to wear, she doesn’t wear the glasses as I would prefer to treat this naturally with homeopathy and visual training if that is possible. Please, could you advise? We have tried using the Bates method of treatment too.
sr i am suffering from divergent squent in right eye since birth & i am nimeteen year old can my eye’squent treat from homeopahy medicine. please help me.plese give me any solution soon.
i am suffering from squint by birth i am carry specs of power+2 recommendate by allopathic dr .sir plzz suggest me which medicine is helpful for my problem