My right eye pupil neither dilates or constricts. Why?

Question

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.

Answer 1

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.

My right eye pupil neither dilates or constricts. Why?

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