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While my eyes were still dilated using drops, i got an air puff eye pressure test taken. i am really scared that this is not safe for my eyes. should i be concerned about the air puff damaging my more sensitive dilated eyes?
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There is nothing to worry about here, dilated or not dilated.
Answered 7/5/2021
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measuring eye pressure with the air puff test or other methods is typically considered safe. Whether or not your eyes are dilated would not impact the safety
Answered 7/22/2021
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