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I have a daughter that is 11 years old and her eyes have some black parts on the sclera. is it a major problem?

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Dr. Lori Semel answered

Specializes in Pediatrics

Not Usually: Most times those black flecks are only scattered pigment around the sclerae and are benign. Nothing beats a visit to an ophthamologist and a good eye exam. :)

Dr Rhoads and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 10/25/2015

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