On occasion, the pupil of the eye may appear white. This is never a
normal condition and requires immediate evaluation by an
ophthalmologist. The causes of a cloudy or white cornea are
different than those of a white pupil but are also significant and
require immediate attention. Cataracts can also cause the pupil to
appear white.
Review Date: 02/07/2010
Reviewed By: Linda Vorvick, MD, Medical Director, MEDEX Northwest Division of
Physician Assistant Studies, University of Washington School of
Medicine. Also reviewed by David Zieve, MD, MHA, Medical Director,
A.D.A.M., Inc.
A.D.A.M., Inc. is accredited by URAC, also known as the American Accreditation HealthCare Commission (www.urac.org)
