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My right eye pupil neither dilates or constricts. Why?

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Hello doctor,

I am 17 years old. In my right eye my pupil is barely visible in the centered, but it never dilates or constricts, most of the pupil seems to be covered by my iris. My left pupil is perfectly fine and dilates and constricts according to the amount of light. I can see out of the affected eye but it is not as clear as my other eye. I have this condition since birth, and it is not anisocoria. Kindly help.

Answered by Dr. Manjunath Natarajan

Education:

M.B.B.S

Professional Bio:

Dr. Manjunath Natarajan is an Ophthalmologist with expertise in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, diabetic eye care, and refractive error correction. He is skilled in advanced diagnostic techniques and minimally invasive procedures to treat a wide range of eye conditions. Dr. Natarajan is dedicated to preserving and enhancing vision through personalized, evidence-based care for patients of all ages.

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Hello,

Welcome to icliniq.com.

I understand your concerns and have seen your photo attachment (attachment removed to protect patient identity). From the image you have attached, I can say that this may be a persistent pupillary membrane. It is a disorder of eye development that occurs during embryonic growth and development. A condition such as this is usually asymptomatic except for the appearance, but if thick can obstruct vision. There are various treatment options, including laser iridotomy which can be done as an outpatient procedure, which will change the appearance. In case you need further information, please let me know.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Nithila. A
Published At June 9, 2019
Reviewed At March 18, 2024

Education:

M.B.B.S

Professional Bio:

Dr. Manjunath Natarajan is an Ophthalmologist with expertise in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, diabetic eye care, and refractive error correction. He is skilled in advanced diagnostic techniques and minimally invasive procedures to treat a wide range of eye conditions. Dr. Natarajan is dedicated to preserving and enhancing vision through personalized, evidence-based care for patients of all ages.

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BDS

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Education:

M.B.B.S

Professional Bio:

Dr. Manjunath Natarajan is an Ophthalmologist with expertise in cataract surgery, glaucoma management, diabetic eye care, and refractive error correction. He is skilled in advanced diagnostic techniques and minimally invasive procedures to treat a wide range of eye conditions. Dr. Natarajan is dedicated to preserving and enhancing vision through personalized, evidence-based care for patients of all ages.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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