Does Duane syndrome have a cure?

Does Duane syndrome have a cure?

There's no cure for Duane syndrome, but your doctor can have you wear an eye patch and do other things to help your eyes line up when you're looking straight ahead and to protect your vision. Prescription glasses or contact lenses can also help.

How is Duane syndrome diagnosed?

Because Duane syndrome has clear symptoms, most people are diagnosed before age 10. The exam usually includes a close look at your eye along with a vision test and measurements of how far your eye can move. The doctor also may want to do a hearing test and examine your spine, the roof of your mouth, and your hands.

How common is Duane syndrome?

The frequency of Duane syndrome in the general population of individuals with eye movement disorders (strabismus) is approximately 1%-5%. The most common clinical presentation is type 1 Duane syndrome (70%-80%), followed by type 2 (7%) and type 3 (15%).

What causes Duane syndrome (DS)?

What causes Duane syndrome (DS)? ANSWER Duane syndrome is a rare eye disease that some people have at birth. It affects the nerves that control your eye muscles. Researchers don't know exactly what triggers it. It may have several causes, including problems with certain genes or the mother's exposure to something in the environment.