What’s the outlook for people with amblyopia?

What’s the outlook for people with amblyopia?

With early diagnosis and treatment, children with amblyopia can significantly improve their vision. The goal of treatment is to improve sight as much as possible, though it may not lead to perfect sight, especially in severe cases.

Amblyopia does not go away on its own. If left untreated, it can cause permanent vision loss and a “wonky eye” that always looks in another direction. And lazy eye is much harder to treat in teenagers and adults. Early vision exams and treatment are essential.