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Which eye condition is characterized by the eye turning inwards?

  1. Exotropia

  2. Hypertropia

  3. Hypotropia

  4. Esotropia

The correct answer is: Esotropia

The eye condition characterized by the eye turning inwards is known as esotropia. This condition occurs when one or both eyes deviate towards the nose, leading to misalignment. Esotropia can be congenital or acquired and may result in symptoms like double vision or difficulty with depth perception. It is important to differentiate this from other forms of strabismus—such as exotropia, where the eye turns outward; hypertropia, where one eye is higher than the other; and hypotropia, where one eye is lower than the other. Understanding these distinctions is crucial for proper diagnosis and treatment of visual disorders.