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Cranial mononeuropathy VI   

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention

Alternative names:

Abducens palsy; Lateral rectus palsy

Treatment

In some cases, the condition may disappear without treatment. Treatment of the cause (if it can be identified) may relieve the symptoms in many cases. Close control of blood sugar levels in diabetics may be beneficial. In some cases, corticosteroids may reduce swelling and relieve pressure on the nerve.

Prognosis

The outcome is variable depending on the underlying cause. Treatment of the underlying cause should improve the condition. Most cranial nerve dysfunctions will respond to treatment. A few cases result in some type of permanent loss.

Complications

Some complications include permanent vision changes.

Call Your Health Care Provider If:

Call your health care provider if double vision is present and not relieved in a few minutes.

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