Hello folks with diplopia! I developed diplopia after tube shunt surgery for glaucoma - one of the muscles in the eye was affected. This was in December, 2018. I had no idea what was going on except that I knew I couldn't see my feet, and everything below about chest level was in double. I had to do extensive research on my own, even though I have a Glaucoma specialist and also a Retinal specialist. I finally found an Optometrist who specializes in low vision - after visiting 3 others. I was finally properly diagnosed and given prism lens in my glasses. MOST important, I started getting Vision Therapy. There really is a process that can retrain the brain/eye interaction resulting in better functioning. The Ophthmologists are not necessarily on board with this; however, it was my decision, and my vision improved, significantly. I still have diplopia, but am fortunate that it is only monocular. With the Vision Exercises, the diopters in my prisms (a measurement for the strength on the prism) has been reduced significantly. I still have to deal with diplopia, but I have some measure of control over it and how I allow it to affect me. So, my advice to any one dealing with diplopia is to find an Optometrist who is associated with Vision Therapy in her practice. You can find help! Good luck - Sue

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