What causes yellow spots to appear on the eyes?
May 30, 2024
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Wang Shuai
Introduction
Yellow spots on the eyes may be caused by aging, malnutrition, conjunctivitis, pinguecula, macular holes, or other reasons. To prevent such conditions, it is important to maintain a balanced diet, avoid prolonged exposure to irritating environments, prevent infections, practice good lifestyle habits, and avoid eye strain to maintain overall eye health.
Yellow spots on the eyes are usually caused by factors such as aging, malnutrition, conjunctivitis, pinguecula, or macular holes. When discomfort occurs, follow your doctor's advice for treatment. Specific explanations are as follows:
1. Aging
With age, the macular area of the eye may undergo age-related changes, leading to pigment deposition and the formation of yellow spots. This may be accompanied by symptoms such as decreased vision and blurred vision. Specific medication is typically not required, but supplementing nutrients like vitamin C and lutein may help prevent or slow down macular degeneration.
2. Malnutrition
Malnutrition results from insufficient or imbalanced nutrient intake or impaired metabolic function. Deficiencies in vitamins A, C, and E can damage retinal tissue, leading to macular lesions, along with symptoms such as night blindness and dry eyes. No special medical treatment is usually needed; instead, adjusting the diet to include more foods rich in vitamins A, C, and E is recommended.
3. Conjunctivitis
Conjunctivitis is an inflammation caused by microorganisms such as bacteria or viruses invading the eye. Inflammation can lead to symptoms like redness and swelling, which may indirectly cause yellow spots on the eye, often accompanied by pain and a foreign body sensation. Follow medical advice to use eye drops such as gatifloxacin, tobramycin, or acyclovir for treatment.
4. Pinguecula
Pingeucula may result from long-term exposure to irritants such as smoke, dust, sunlight, ultraviolet radiation, or welding. Prolonged external irritation can lead to yellowish patches in the conjunctival area, possibly accompanied by eye discomfort. Follow your doctor’s instructions to use medications such as diclofenac sodium eye drops, fluorometholone eye drops, or pranoprofen eye drops for treatment.
5. Macular Hole
A macular hole may develop due to vitreous traction, ocular trauma, high myopia, or other causes leading to tissue loss in the macular region. It can cause symptoms including decreased vision and visual distortion. Follow medical guidance to use supportive treatments such as aniodinated peptide eye drops, levofloxacin eye drops, or chloramphenicol eye drops.
Maintain a balanced diet, practice good eye hygiene, adopt healthy lifestyle habits, and avoid eye strain to promote overall eye health.
