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Unequal pupils and have had pain in the left side of my jaw, head, and neck areas. one day right pupil is bigger. next day left. normal mri. worried?

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Dr. Tanya Russo answered

Concerning symptom: Any time one pupil is larger than the other, a complete evaluation should be performed. Is the pupil reactive to light? If not, an ER visit for brain imaging is essential.

Answered 6/26/2017

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A member asked:

Unequal pupils and have had pain in the left side of my jaw, head, and neck areas. one day right pupil is bigger. next day left. normal mri. worried?

A doctor has provided 1 answer

Dr. Tanya Russo answered

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