Patient's question:
NoDoctor's answer:
Early detection is key to treating amblyopia. For individuals under the age of 5, covering the better eye can yield better results. Since the better eye is covered, the brain is forced to use the amblyopic eye. Between the ages of 5 and 9, the effectiveness of treatment depends on age, the severity of amblyopia, and compliance with treatment. The younger the age, the better the outcome. Children aged 10 may also achieve quite good results. During patching treatment, it is essential to monitor the covered eye (the better eye) to prevent the development of form deprivation amblyopia caused by patching.