A 18-year-old female asked:
I have terrible deep dark circles under eyes. i have nasal allergy. is this the cause? i also drink very little water and sleep late.
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Oscar Novickanswered
Pediatrics 60 years experience
Dark circles: Yes you have allergic shiners caused by your nasal allergies.. This is usually caused by stagnated blood shimmering through your fine skin.
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