What are some diseases or medical conditions you might not know you have?

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The discussion centers on the condition known as "strabismus," commonly referred to as wandering eyes, which can lead to difficulties in reading and attention. The participant highlights their experience of having good vision yet struggling with focus due to this eye condition, which they only recently discovered. They emphasize the importance of professional medical evaluation over self-diagnosis, particularly in light of misleading information from online sources.

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  • Understanding of strabismus and its effects on vision
  • Basic knowledge of eye health and vision assessment
  • Awareness of the risks of self-diagnosis
  • Familiarity with the role of optometrists in diagnosing eye conditions
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  • Research the symptoms and treatment options for strabismus
  • Learn about the role of optometrists in comprehensive eye exams
  • Explore the psychological aspects of hypochondria and its impact on health perceptions
  • Investigate effective reading strategies for individuals with attention difficulties
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This discussion is beneficial for individuals experiencing unexplained vision issues, healthcare professionals seeking to understand patient concerns, and anyone interested in the psychological aspects of self-diagnosis and attention disorders.

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I have wandering eyes is one thing I have I only found out a few months ago. I don't know the technical term for it. I was watching a youtube video and they said some people thought they had add when in fact they weren't paying attention because of their eye condition.

I have good vision like reading all the letters that the optometrist says but no one ever bothered to check if my eyes wander.

I may have had this for a while to becaues I've never read a novel or book in my life. Id read a few pages and get tired.

Maybe that's why i preferred maths subjects to some degree.
 
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You might have hypochondria...oh ****
 
You should not self diagnose yourself, especially with a youtube video. Go to a doctor if you think you have a medical condition.
 

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