Ocular dysmetria

Ocular dysmetria
SpecialtyOphthalmology 
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Differential diagnosislesion in cerebellum

Ocular dysmetria is a form of dysmetria that involves the constant under- or over-shooting of the eyes when attempting to focus gaze on something.[1]

Ocular dysmetria indicates lesions in the cerebellum, which is the brain region responsible for coordinating movement. It is a symptom of several neurological conditions including multiple sclerosis.

It is a condition that can cause symptoms similar to sea sickness.

References

  1. "Ocular Dysmetria - multiple sclerosis encyclopaedia". www.mult-sclerosis.org. Retrieved 22 October 2018.
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