What does the term 'Diplopia' refer to?

The term 'Diplopia' refers to the condition of seeing two images of a single object. This phenomenon is commonly known as double vision. It can occur in one eye (monocular diplopia) or both eyes (binocular diplopia). While varied visual impairments can be represented by options such as blurred vision, night blindness, and loss of peripheral vision, none of these accurately describe diplopia. Understanding the specific terminology used in optometry is crucial, as these conditions can result from different underlying problems, requiring targeted assessment and management.