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Why is the white of my eyes no longer white?

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Dr. Jay Bradley answered

Specializes in Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery

Many possible reason: Yellowing can occur in some individuals normally or due to liver disease. Redness or increased vascularity can be related to any issue which causes ocular surface irritation.

Answered 11/9/2012

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