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Sensitive to light

Sensitive to light

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How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

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Eye

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Pink eye (viral conjunctivitis)
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Uveitis
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Cluster headache
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Corneal ulcer
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Iritis
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My general eyesight is fine but i've become really sensitive to light outside. Should I get this checked out?

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