Question
An 8-year-old child was diagnosed with binocular exotropia and recently underwent surgery on the right eye in Harbin. However, post-surgery, it was found that there was overcorrection, and the doctor stated that recovery would take time. Is this a normal postoperative manifestation?
Answer
Strabismus surgery aims to adjust the coordination and function of eye muscles to correct misalignment of the eyes and achieve complete normal eye position. This surgical technique is mature and experienced, with recovery to normal vision and work expected around 5 days post-surgery, with specific recovery times varying depending on individual eye recovery. Overcorrection after strabismus correction may be a temporary postoperative phenomenon that requires time for the eye muscles to adapt and adjust. Strabismus has significant impacts on appearance, psychology, and work, so it is recommended to seek treatment early.