I have a squint in my right eye and I'm considering surgery how effective is it and what's the recovery like? Are there any risks I should know about?

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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Squint surgery, also known as strabismus surgery, is generally effective in correcting eye misalignment, with most patients seeing significant improvement in their eye alignment. Recovery typically takes a few weeks, with most people returning to normal activities within that time, although complete healing and final alignment can take several weeks or even months. While generally safe, there are some potential risks, including temporary side effects like mild discomfort, redness, or double vision, and in rare cases, more serious complications like infection or vision impairment.

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Answered 14/08/2025

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