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Could mold spores be the cause of circles under my eyes in my hotel room?

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Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Yes: Yes. So can other etiologies such as lack of sleep, allergies, and many others. Using your own pillow while traveling can be helpful.

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

Answered 12/16/2013

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A member asked:

Could mold spores be the cause of circles under my eyes in my hotel room?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Harold Peltan answered

Dr Fowler and another doctor agreed

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