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I'm born with dark brown eyes. today i 've noticed my eyes' tone is lighter (chocolate brown). i'm near-sighted, 30 yrs old. should i worry about that? many thanks?

Q: i'm born with dark brown eyes. today i 've noticed my eyes' tone is lighter (chocolate brown). i'm near-sighted, 30 yrs old. should i worry about that? many thanks?

: Eye color (of the iris) can change some with age. This has nothing to do with your near-sightedness. Your vision can also change some with age &amp; regular eye exams for both eye health and vision should be part of your healthcare plan.

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Eye color (of the iris) can change some with age. This has nothing to do with your near-sightedness. Your vision can also change some with age & regular eye exams for both eye health and vision should be part of your healthcare plan.

Answered 6/12/2023

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A member asked:

I'm born with dark brown eyes. today i 've noticed my eyes' tone is lighter (chocolate brown). i'm near-sighted, 30 yrs old. should i worry about that? many thanks?

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