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Recurring sluggish pupillary response right after waking
For the past several days I've checked, both pupils upon waking will be slightly dilated and slow to respond to light. This goes away after a few minutes of being awake. Both pupils will be the same size.
What could be causing this? I'm taking 200mg of zoloft, so maybe this is causing it? Anybody else have the same issue?
What could be causing this? I'm taking 200mg of zoloft, so maybe this is causing it? Anybody else have the same issue?
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
I don't think you have a problem if both pupils are the same size and equally and briskly reactive to light. If you are concerned, see an ophthalmologist for an evaluation. One other comment: sleeping in your contacts increases the risk of corneal infection. Discuss this with your eye doctor, replace the lenses and cases frequently, and follow all lens care instructions for cleaning and disinfection.
I should also note I sleep in contacts usually. They're silicone lenses.
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