What causes yellowing of the eyeball?
Disease description:
Recently, I noticed that my child's eyes appear particularly yellow. Could you please explain what might cause yellowing of the eyes?
Doctor's answer (1)
Dr. Wang Shuai
Yellowing of the eyes may be caused by various factors. Aging, improper medication use, pinguecula, conjunctivitis, viral hepatitis, and other conditions can lead to lipid deposition on the ocular surface or elevated bilirubin levels, resulting in yellow eyes. In addition, environmental factors such as ultraviolet radiation, dietary factors like excessive carotene intake, and systemic diseases such as liver disorders may also cause yellowing of the eyes. If yellowing of the eyes occurs, it is recommended to seek medical attention promptly, undergo relevant examinations to determine the underlying cause, and receive targeted treatment under medical guidance.
