Dancing Eye syndrome is a serious condition, but it is treated. While it is usually not fatal, early diagnosis and early treatment are important to manage symptoms and reduce long -term effects. Read on to know more.
Verified by: Dr. Ankita Mulchandani, MBBS, DNB, FPRS, FICO (UK), Senior Consulting Opthalmologist, Cataract and Refractive Surgeon Ojas Maxivision in I Hospitals (Bandra and Kandivali)
Written by Prana mitra ,Update: June 27, 2025 11:12 am IST
Everything to learn about dancing eye syndrome: There can be many health problems affecting the eyes, and ‘dancing eye syndrome’ among them. Opsoclonus-Myoclonus syndrome (OMS) is also known, dancing eye syndrome is a rare Neurological disorder It causes rapid, irregular eye movement and muscle shock with difficulty in coordination. Behavior and sleep disturbances are often a part of it. Dance gets its name due to confused eye and body movements that affect the patient. Read on to know more.
Who is at risk?
As Dr. Ankita Mulchandani, MBBS, DNB, FPRS, FICO (UK), Senior Consulting Opthalmologist, Cataract and Refractive Surgeon Ojas Maxivision in I Hospitals (Bandra and Kandivali)OMS can be for both children and adults. “But, the primary causes are different. In children, mainly for people under three years of age, it is often associated with a rare cancer called ‘neuroblastoma’ – a tumor that grows from nervous tissue. However, in adults, it is related to an autoimmune disorder, viral infections, pararainoplastic syndrome, which is one and other people in cancer, which is one and other people related to one cancer. Connected. “Doctor says.
Dance eye syndrome symptoms
See out for the following signs and symptoms:
- Rapid, multi-directional eye movements that are without breaks;
- Suddenly, jerky limb movements;
- Poor coordination in the body;
- Irritability or personality change, especially seen in children;
- Difficulty in sleeping;
- Speech difficulties in children;
- Development in development in children
Is dancing eye syndrome fatal?
Dr. Mulchandani says that dancing eye syndrome is usually not fatal. However, its severity and effects can depend on the underlying cause, and how fast it has been diagnosed and treated.
“When associated with cancer-neuroblastoma-conscience largely depends on the success of the treatment of cancer. Neurological symptoms are the result of the immune system attacking the nervous system, and if left untreated, OMS can cause significant developmental delays or long-term neurological issues, especially in children,” doctors.
Treatment option
Eyeogrates say that treatment for dancing eye syndrome usually involves addressing the underlying cause. “… such as removing a tumor or treating infection. Immunotherapy is usually used to reduce the immune system attack on the nervous system. It can include drugs such as corticosteroids, intravenous immunoglobulin (IVIG), or Ritximabs.
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