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my child has a squint and I'm worried if it can be treated or if it might go away as they grow older at what age is surgery usually recommended for correcting squint

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Dr Dhankecha Dineshbhai

General Practitioner

MBBS
6+ Yrs

A squint can be treated with glasses, eye exercises, or surgery, depending on severity. Surgery is typically recommended if the condition persists after the age of 3-4 years.

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