Risk factors for Amblyopia

A risk factor is something that increases your chance of getting a disease or condition.

The following factors increase your chances of developing amblyopia. If you have any of these risk factors, tell your doctor:

• Age: children nine years of age or younger with:
  • Crossed eyes
  • A large difference in eyeglass prescription between the two eyes (nearsighted, farsighted or astigmatism)
  • Visual blockage such as a cataract, droopy eyelid, or corneal scarring