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If my child's eyes are yellow at age of 3 what can it be?

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Dr. Donald Alves answered

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Time to see Dr: Yellowing of the whites of the eyes is almost exclusively due to elevated bilirubin levels (/jaundice), due to some liver issue, which could be medication-caused, from an infection, or other sources. Needs to see pediatrician for history/exam/lab work to determine source and course for treatment.

Dr Conrad agreed

Answered 4/12/2013

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Dr. Jack Mutnick answered

Jaundice: If the whites of the eyes are yellow that is jaundice and might be something serious. See the pediatrician for a proper referral to a liver specialist and/or ophthalmologist.

Dr Shen agreed

Answered 4/15/2013

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A member asked:

If my child's eyes are yellow at age of 3 what can it be?

4 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

Dr. Donald Alves answered

Dr Conrad agreed

Dr. Jack Mutnick answered

Dr Shen agreed

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