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My eyes seem to have become lighter in shade. is eye color change possible?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Not likely: It is possible that your eyes seem lighter because of the clothes or make up you wear. They are not actually lighter. There are a few medications that make the eyes darker as a side effect. There are none that make them lighter.

Answered 10/12/2015

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A member asked:

My eyes seem to have become lighter in shade. is eye color change possible?

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Dr. Tim Conrad answered

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