Nystagmus Treatment
Can this condition be treated? What Nystagmus treatment options are available? Learn more below about the current treatments available to patients.
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How to Treat Nystagmus
Talk with your doctor about the best treatment plan for you. Removal of the cause of nystagmus can sometimes eliminate the problem, for example discontinuing a medication or stopping alcohol or drug use. However, nystagmus often is a permanent condition that can only be reduced and not eliminated. Treatment options to reduce nystagmus and improve vision as a result include the following:
- Prisms, tints, eyeglasses, or contact lenses
- Adopting a particular angle of vision where the nystagmus is reduced (eg, holding the head in a certain position)
- Vibratory stimulation of the face and neck
- Certain medications for certain types of nystagmus, including botox (botulinum toxin) injections to relax the eye muscles
- Surgery on the eye muscles
Low-vision aids can often help improve vision. They may include large print or high contrast materials, good lighting, and magnifying devices.
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