Can strabismus be inherited?

Strabismus may be inherited.

Strabismus is considered to be caused by abnormal extraocular coordination movement, which causes both eyes to be unable to look at the same object at the same time. It is related to congenital factors and acquired factors. For congenital factors, such as chromosome abnormalities, genetic diseases, neuromuscular dysplasia, etc., strabismus has a certain genetic tendency. However, for acquired factors, such as measles virus infection, refractive abnormalities, eye trauma, etc., strabismus is generally not inherited.

For patients with genetic doubts about strabismus, it is recommended to conduct regular examinations to achieve early detection and early treatment, which is conducive to the recovery of the disease.