Deprivation
Individuals with deprivation amblyopia have vision issues as light is blocked from entering the lazy eye. In addition, this condition is associated with cataracts that cloud and filters the light before reaching the retina. This is the most severe type of lazy eye and is often characterized by the misalignment of both eyes.
Other causes of deprivation amblyopia include corneal capacity, optic nerve pathology, and retinal damage. In addition, this rare condition can also be caused by covering one eye or living in complete darkness for extended periods.
Treatment of deprivation amblyopia can be treated through contract balancing, which helps children overcome interocular suppression. Binocular treatment is another way to manage and cure this specific type of lazy eye. In unilateral and bilateral cataracts with strong suppression, the dominant eye may still experience low contract levels despite treatment. The most popular method of treating deprivation amblyopia is surgery involving removing the opaque lens. Children may require lengthy post-operative care to establish perfect vision in both eyes.
