Question

A 3-year-old girl is brought in by her mother who is concerned about a 'lazy eye'. On examination, you note a constant left esotropia. The red reflex is present bilaterally. What is the most appropriate next step in management?

Accepted Answer

Refer urgently to an ophthalmologist

Answer

Prescribe corrective glasses

Answer

Advise patching of the right eye

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Reassure and review in 6 months

Answer

Perform visual acuity testing in clinic

Practice question

A 3-year-old girl is brought in by her mother who is concerned about a 'lazy eye'. On examination, you note a constant left esotropia. The red reflex is present bilaterally. What is the most appropriate next step in management?