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I got my eyes dilated for eye exam 24 hours later they are still dialated, why?
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Pupil dilating drops: Usually wear off in 4-6 hours, but can last longer. This is especially true with blue eyed patients and with the use of certain dilating drops which can last longer than others.
Answered 11/29/2017
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