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What are the side effects associated with dilated fundus examination..pupil dilation test..?? does dis test harm eyes or pupils in anyway in future? ?
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No harm ...: Your eyes may be dilated for 4-5 hours after the exam, but there is no damage done as a result of dilating the pupils
Answered 4/11/2018
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