Chronic pain: Pain (an unpleasant sense of discomfort) that persists or progresses over a long period of time. In contrast to acute pain that arises suddenly in response to a specific injury and is usually treatable, chronic pain persists over time and is often resistant to medical treatments.
Less common conditions that can cause a lazy eye include: 1  an eye disease such as a sore on the transparent layer at the front of the eye (corneal ulcer) or a scar. 2  childhood cataracts â clouding of the lens of the eye that's present from birth. 3  a droopy eyelid (ptosis)
Amblyopia, or lazy eye, is the most common cause of visual impairment in children. It happens when an eye fails to work properly with the brain. The eye may look normal, but the brain favors the other eye. In some cases, it can affect both eyes. Causes include Read more on MedlinePlus.gov.