I'm trying to understand nystagmus better. Can you explain what congenital nystagmus is, including when it typically appears and its characteristics? Also, describe acquired nystagmus, noting when it develops and what it might indicate. Finally, provide an overview of how nystagmus is diagnosed.
Navigate to 'nystagmusnetwork.org'. Click on the 'Information' link in the navigation menu. Click on the 'Congenital Nystagmus' link to gather details about this type. Go back to the 'Information' page. Click on the 'Acquired Nystagmus' link to gather details about this type. Go back to the 'Information' page. Click on the 'Diagnosis' link to find information on how nystagmus is diagnosed. Synthesize the information about congenital nystagmus, acquired nystagmus, and the diagnosis process.
The agent successfully navigates to the 'Information' section. The agent states that congenital nystagmus typically appears in the first weeks or months of life and is characterized by involuntary eye movements. The agent states that acquired nystagmus develops later in life and can be the first sign of a new medical disorder. The agent describes the diagnosis process as lengthy, involving a range of medical appointments and tests carried out by medical teams to confirm the diagnosis and establish the cause. It should also mention that it can be first noticed by parents/family/GP for congenital, or confirmed by an Optometrist for acquired.