Question 1

a spec of dust or something hit me in the eye now their is a small black spot on the white part of my eye. are black spots serious?

Accepted Answer

Eye problem: Not serious but could be a foreign body. Need to see a doctor to be assessed

Question 2

i have a swollen area on the inside of my left eye on the white part only i have also been experiencing black spots floating around in my vision in both eyes what is causing it and what should i do about it?

Accepted Answer

Swollen: I am worried about the spots-- you may have a retinal tear or detachment.  Seek care soon from your local ophthalmologist.  The swollen area on your sclera should also be checked.

Question 3

hi i've noticed that i have to little tiny black spots in my left eye in the white bottom part i'm very stressed out and maybe that could play a role ?

Accepted Answer

Left eye: You must make an appointment to see an Eye specialist!

I have been wearing glasses since I was 6 - now 72-  and that has never been a problem!

Question 4

what does a brown spot on my white part of the eye mean?

Accepted Answer

Brown eyespots: Most spots on the whites of the eyes are due to pigmentary cells from embryonic development which produce such spots.  These are common, have a much higher incidence in darker pigmented races, and are mostly benign.  Rarely a spot might be a melanoma - watch for growth, discomfort and redness as clues to this.

Question 5

what might the light brown spot on my baby's white part of the eye be?

Accepted Answer

Depends: It could simply be an area of increased pigmentation, like a freckle. I would recommend having your child examined by a pediatric ophthalmologist to be sure.

Question 6

what to do if i have a spot on the white part of my eyeball (unsure of the name for the white part of the eye) cont. below?

Accepted Answer

Pinguecula: Sounds like a pinguecula, which is a deposit/build up on the white part of the eye (sclera) due to uv light and dryness of the eyes.  You can use artificial tears, and use a cap and/or sunglasses when outdoors.  Sometimes you do not notice them until there is inflammation causing a red background making the white spot(s) more noticeable.

Question 7

i have a dark spot on my white part of the eye. it is at the end of a blood vessel. what could it be?

Accepted Answer

Probably...: ...A freckle, but rarely a melanoma or other growth. Get it checked out.

Question 8

the inner part of her eye has a really red spot on the white if the eye. it is not painful and does not itch.

Accepted Answer

Sub Conjunctival hemorrhage: this is a common type of bleeding underneath the conjunctiva of the eye.  This is benign and usually were resolved in a week.  If you would have blurriness or other visual problems the check by your eye specialist.

Question 9

what exactly does it mean when i have black spots in my eye?

Accepted Answer

Floaters: If the black spots move when you move your eye, they are most likely vitreous floaters and are not serious. However, if you also are experiencing brief flashes of light, you should see an ophthalmologist for a dilated eye exam.

Question 10

past year left outside corner of eye get white crust 7-8 times a day,also see black spots and some blurriness.causes?

Accepted Answer

See eye doctor: Glaucoma is a leading cause of adult blindness. You need to be tested to rule this out and check for uveitis or chronic allergic conjunctivits. See your eye doctor now. I hope you feel better soon.

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Black spots on the white part of the eye

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A spec of dust or something hit me in the eye now their is a small black spot on the white part of my eye. are black spots serious?

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I have a swollen area on the inside of my left eye on the white part only i have also been experiencing black spots floating around in my vision in both eyes what is causing it and what should i do about it?

A member asked:

Hi i've noticed that i have to little tiny black spots in my left eye in the white bottom part i'm very stressed out and maybe that could play a role ?

A member asked:

What does a brown spot on my white part of the eye mean?

A member asked:

What might the light brown spot on my baby's white part of the eye be?

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What to do if i have a spot on the white part of my eyeball (unsure of the name for the white part of the eye) cont. below?

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I have a dark spot on my white part of the eye. it is at the end of a blood vessel. what could it be?

A member asked:

The inner part of her eye has a really red spot on the white if the eye. it is not painful and does not itch.

A member asked:

What exactly does it mean when i have black spots in my eye?

A member asked:

Past year left outside corner of eye get white crust 7-8 times a day,also see black spots and some blurriness.causes?

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