Negative diplopia

What does "Negative diplopia" mean in a report or doctor's letter? In our medical dictionary, you will find a patient-friendly explanation of the meaning of this medical term.

Explanation

Negative diplopia is a medical term used to describe a condition where a person sees a single image when they should be seeing two. This usually happens when one eye is covered or closed, but the person still perceives a single image instead of none. It's the opposite of positive diplopia, where a person sees two images when they should be seeing one. This condition can be a symptom of various eye or brain disorders.

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