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Can Expanding Blood Vessels Caused By Hypertension In Iris Cause Hyperpigmentation Of The Melanin ?

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Can expanding blood vessels caused by hypertension in the iris cause hyperpigmentation of the melanin in the iris, resulting in the iris color turning darker?
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Answered by Dr. Harshita (25 hours later)
Brief Answer:
vessels constrict due to blood pressure

Detailed Answer:
Hello thanks for the question.
Blood Vessels don't expand due to blood pressure they constrict and that doesn't alter the color of iris.
Hope my answer helps you .
Regards.
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Can Expanding Blood Vessels Caused By Hypertension In Iris Cause Hyperpigmentation Of The Melanin ?

Brief Answer: vessels constrict due to blood pressure Detailed Answer: Hello thanks for the question. Blood Vessels don't expand due to blood pressure they constrict and that doesn't alter the color of iris. Hope my answer helps you . Regards.