noun
- Plural of amblyopia; conditions of reduced vision in one or both eyes without apparent structural damage to the eye.
Usage: Medical/ophthalmological term; Also called lazy eye in common usage
Examples
- The ophthalmologist diagnosed several cases of amblyopias in children during the clinic visit.
- Early detection of amblyopias is crucial for successful treatment in young patients.
- Different types of amblyopias require different therapeutic approaches.
- Untreated amblyopias can lead to permanent vision problems in adulthood.