Amblyopia, commonly known as lazy eye, is a vision condition where one eye has reduced vision due to the brain favoring the stronger eye. Causes include eye misalignment, refractive errors, or visual obstructions like cataracts. Symptoms such as poor depth perception and difficulty focusing may go unnoticed by children, making early eye exams crucial. Treatments like corrective lenses, patching therapy, and vision exercises can improve vision significantly if addressed early, ideally before age 8. In San Antonio, Dr. Marc Kessner, OD, specializes in diagnosing and treating amblyopia, offering personalized care to help children achieve better vision and overall well-being. Read more