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Nystagmus. What is it?

nystagmusNystagmus is characterised by an involuntary movement of the eyes, which often seriously reduces vision. In the UK many people with nystagmus can register as sight impaired; few can drive a car; most encounter some difficulties in everyday life - both practical and social - and some lose out on education and employment opportunities. Early Onset Nystagmus is far more than just poor distance vision. Nystagmus is a dynamic condition, so apart from poor visual acuity (distance vision), it also affects our vision in terms of… More here.

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