Causes and risk factors
Exophoria may be caused by convergence insufficiency, divergence excess, or the presence of other refractive disorders.
Clinical presentation
Due to the outward deviation of the eyes, the patient tends to strain his eyes and develops headaches. He/she may face difficulties while reading or working at a computer due to blurring of vision. Diplopia may be present.
Investigations
Eye examination is performed in order to diagnose exophoria.
Treatment
Exophoria may be treated with surgical intervention. Practicing eye exercises regularly may help.
When to contact a doctor
Contact a doctor as soon as you experience any visual problems.
Systems involved
Ophthalmic system, nervous system.
Organs involved
Eyes, nerves.
