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Why does looking at sunlight make me sneeze?
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Reflex: Solar-nasal reflex. This is a normal phenomenon that occurs when we are exposed to bright sunlight.
Answered 9/28/2016
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Genetic: This is a genetic condition known as "the photic sneeze reflex." some think it's a protective reflex to get you to close your eyes as it is impossible to sneeze with your eyes open. My children all have it as do I and it's pretty funny when we walk into bright sun as we all sneeze within 20 seconds of each other.
Answered 5/23/2013
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