What kind of stroke causes double vision?

What kind of stroke causes double vision?

One of the first signs of a Transient Ischaemic Attack (TIA) or stroke can be visual disturbance – loss of vision in one area of the visual field which can be experienced as not being able to see on one side. Another problem can be seeing double.

Why do I have double vision after a stroke?

The nerves and muscles that control eye movement are also very important to keeping the eyes aligned correctly, and misalignment is what usually results in double vision after a stroke. The effects of the nerve damage can range from some loss of control over eye movement to an inability to move the eyes.

When to see a doctor for double vision?

Double vision (diplopia) can occur after a stroke, so it is very important to see a doctor as soon as you experience this vision disturbance, even if it is your only symptom. There can be various causes for diplopia, but double vision after a stroke typically stems from damage to the nerves that help control eye movement.

What can you do for vision problems after a stroke?

Rehabilitation therapy can help improve many conditions. Ophthalmologists and optometrists can diagnose vision problems, and rehabilitation is likely to occur in an optometric practice. Here are some common issues stroke survivors experience:

What are the visual effects of a stroke?

Visual Disturbances. Many stroke survivors report vision difficulties, including poor visual memory, decrease in balance, decreased depth perception and reading problems.

The nerves and muscles that control eye movement are also very important to keeping the eyes aligned correctly, and misalignment is what usually results in double vision after a stroke. The effects of the nerve damage can range from some loss of control over eye movement to an inability to move the eyes.

Double vision (diplopia) can occur after a stroke, so it is very important to see a doctor as soon as you experience this vision disturbance, even if it is your only symptom. There can be various causes for diplopia, but double vision after a stroke typically stems from damage to the nerves that help control eye movement.

What can I do to improve my vision after a stroke?

For diplopia and other eye movement vision problems caused by a stroke, rehabilitation may include the following: Vision therapy like that used to treat strabismus may be helpful in retraining the eye muscles and improving the movement and coordination of the eyes after a stroke.

Visual Disturbances. Many stroke survivors report vision difficulties, including poor visual memory, decrease in balance, decreased depth perception and reading problems.