Condition
Nystagmus (Involuntary Eye Movement / Eye Jitter)
Nystagmus (involuntary eye movement, or eye jitter) is when your eyes move back and forth or in circles without you controlling them. nystagmus is when your eyes make involuntary movements back and forth. This can affect vision clarity and balance.
Video Overview
Nystagmus (Involuntary Eye Movement / Eye Jitter)
Symptoms
Eyes move back and forth automatically
Blurry or bouncy vision
Sensitivity to movement
May tilt head to see better
Difficulty following moving objects
Light sensitivity possible
Causes
Inner ear problem
Brain condition
Can be inherited
Childhood cataracts
Severe vision loss
Some medications
Treatments
Treat underlying cause if possible
Special glasses or prisms
Head positioning helps some
Vision therapy
Surgery to change eye muscles
Management depends on cause
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