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Brown's Syndrome
Brown's syndrome is when the eye cannot fully move upwards or towards the nose. People with brown's syndrome may move their head to look up instead of moving their eyes. This syndrome is usually present at birth but it can develop from an injury to the face or facial surgery. Brown's syndrome does not affect your child's vision.
Causes of brown's syndrome
Brown's syndrome can be caused by a muscle in the eye. This muscle is called the superior oblique. It helps move the eye.
The eye movement can be limited by:
- eye muscle is too short
- eye muscle is too tight
- eye tendon is swollen
- nerve is 'wired' incorrectly
Treatment of brown's syndrome
Typically children will not need any treatment. Surgery is occasionally required for children to realign the eyes.
Children with brown's syndrome will need regular orthoptic check-ups. This is to make sure that they have good vision in both eyes. If the orthoptist finds a reduction in vision in your child's eyes, they will recommend glasses and using eye patches.
Last reviewed: 1 November, 2024
