Nystagmus is an involuntary movement of the eyes,which affects appproximately 1 in 1500 people.It is also usually combined with poor vision.
Often the condition manifests itself in the first few months of life.It can be associated with other eye problems, such as cataracts etc,or as in many cases it can be found without any known causes.
This involuntary eye movement can be acquired in adulthood,often from injury to the head or a stroke.All cases of uncontrolled eye movement need a full investigation by an ophthalmologist and neurologist to rule out any other eye or brain problem.
The constant movement of the visual image of course reults in poor vision.There is no method to treat these eye movements, but glasses and contact lenses can help improve any visual error.Also help from teachers and occupational therapists can prove very effective for a patients quality iof life.
