noun
- rapid involuntary movements of the eyes, typically from side to side
Usage: medical
Examples
- The patient exhibited nystagmus during the neurological examination.
- Nystagmus can be caused by inner ear disorders or brain injuries.
- The doctor observed horizontal nystagmus when testing the patient’s eye movements.
- Some medications can cause nystagmus as a side effect.
- The ophthalmologist diagnosed congenital nystagmus in the newborn.
- Alcohol intoxication often results in temporary nystagmus.