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How long should light sensitivity during pink eye last?

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Dr. Young Choi answered

Specializes in Ophthalmology

Pink eye: Depends on the cause of the pink eye. One should really be examined by either an ophthalmologist or an optometrist for pink eye.

Answered 11/7/2013

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