Question 1

one eye is dilated and blurry and one is not. what is causing this?

Accepted Answer

See a doctor: A dilated eye is not normal.  You should see an ophthalmologist promptly.

Question 2

have migraines but head is starting to really hurt for no reason now and one eye is dilated while other is fine. why would that happen to my eye?

Accepted Answer

Cyclical Migraine?: Partial or total ophthalmoplegia of the third cranial nerve, the oculomotor nerve, can occur during cyclic migraine. This may include pupillary dilation. See http://www.Headaches.Org/content/childrens-headache-disorders for a review. Nevertheless, if experiencing progressive neurological loss, you should present to an emergency room immediately. Otherwise, visit a neuro-ophthalmologist.

Question 3

can you tell me is having one eye dilated serious?

Accepted Answer

Possibly: All physicians are aware that a single dilated eye precedes death in a number of brain conditions.  There are also  a number of less lethal conditions that can cause a dilated pupil.  See an ophthalmologist for evaluation.

Question 4

what does sup-temp retinal rpe changes likely  traumatic. what does this mean, this is the findings after my eyes have been dilated. ?

Accepted Answer

Rpe: Retinal pigment epithelium is the pigmented layer of the retina.It can be thickened in the very young and is considered congenital. It also can occur in adults. In the periphery of the retina it is asymptomatic and usually found on a routine eye exam.It is usually perfectly benign and causes no problems.

Question 5

after that my ophtalmologue put in my eyes drop to dilate my pupil, i got paralyzed for about one hour and half, what's the reason ? and is that normal?

Accepted Answer

: It should not happen and I can't explain why you encountered this rare adverse effect which could be called an idiosyncratic reaction. It is absolutely abnormal.

Question 6

how painful is the sting from having one's eyes dilated?

Accepted Answer

Minor: Dilation involves the application of eyedrops for that purpose that might sting a little for 3-5 seconds, but after that there is no discomfort.  You might feel some light sensitivity later until the dilation ends.

Question 7

one pupil is slightly more dilated than the other, my mom has been rubbing her eyes all day. help?

Accepted Answer

New problem?: If this difference in pupil size is new, it must be checked out by a doctor. An eye that is inflamed can have an abnormal pupil size. On the other hand, almost a third of people in the world normally have unequal pupils.

Question 8

hello, my eyes were dilated this morning for an exam. is it normal for one pulpil to be bigger than the other eye ? do they have to heal at the same time ?

Accepted Answer

: It would not be unusual for the dilating drops to last a little bit longer in one eye then in the other. If after a day or two the pupils are still different sizes, you should return to see your doctor. Good luck.

Question 9

please let me know what is the condition that causes ones eyes to be dilated most of the time..?

Accepted Answer

Pupil size: Varies from person to person and gets smaller as one ages.  Some people have naturally large pupils.

Question 10

14-yr-old son. had eye exam today, drops were given. one eye dilated much more than the other, and is taking longer to contract. is this normal?

Accepted Answer

Common: This depends upon the amount of the drop that was absorbed, and the internal biochemical neutralizing that the eye accomplishes.  Wait 12-24 hours to see the final result which almost certainly will be fine.

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One eye is dilated and blurry and one is not. what is causing this?

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Have migraines but head is starting to really hurt for no reason now and one eye is dilated while other is fine. why would that happen to my eye?

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Can you tell me is having one eye dilated serious?

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What does sup-temp retinal rpe changes likely traumatic. what does this mean, this is the findings after my eyes have been dilated. ?

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After that my ophtalmologue put in my eyes drop to dilate my pupil, i got paralyzed for about one hour and half, what's the reason ? and is that normal?

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How painful is the sting from having one's eyes dilated?

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One pupil is slightly more dilated than the other, my mom has been rubbing her eyes all day. help?

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Hello, my eyes were dilated this morning for an exam. is it normal for one pulpil to be bigger than the other eye ? do they have to heal at the same time ?

A member asked:

Please let me know what is the condition that causes ones eyes to be dilated most of the time..?

A member asked:

14-yr-old son. had eye exam today, drops were given. one eye dilated much more than the other, and is taking longer to contract. is this normal?

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