Her mouth purses, uncomfortably. This is definitely more private, but... well, it's hardly the first time she's had to explain it. "My body is infected with the spores of an alien plant that, for a time, absorbed me into its consciousness. Were they removed, my skin pigment might return to normal. I can't say for certain."

Generally, the Thorian did not give back what it took. Being green is hardly the most serious side effect either, only the most noticeable.