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Can you tell me, are abnormally large eyes sign of mental illness?

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Dr. Heidi Fowler answered

Specializes in Psychiatry

No, the size of a: Person's eyes is not a way to tell if they have a psychiatric disorder. However, the pupils (black central circle) may dilate or become smaller in response to things like stress. Take care.

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Answered 3/4/2014

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