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Dry eye is a chronic medical condition that develops when the eye's tear film does not lubricate and protect the eye's outer surface.
Amblyopia is the leading cause of visual impairment in children, occurring in 5% of the population. Amblyopia is treated by making the affected eye work harder to encourage its development. Vision in the strong eye is blocked by use of a patch or eye drops that blur the vision.
Strabismus is usually treated by surgery to shorten or reposition the muscles around the eye. Misaligned eyes may also be corrected by drugs that either strengthen or weaken extraocular muscles.
RPB-supported researchers are working hard to improve the management and early detection of amblyopia and strabismus.
The RPB Walt and Lilly Disney Foundation Award for Amblyopia Research is one of the only major research grants of its kind. Learn more about this ongoing grant here.