Leukocoria means "white pupil." It describes a condition where the pupil of the eye is white rather than black. It is more common in children but can occur in adults as well.

It appears as a white, opaque, or yellowish spot in the pupil of the eye. This phenomenon may be more commonly known as ‘red eye’, ‘white pupil’, or ‘cat’s eye pupil’.

A white spot in the eye can be caused by a number of different conditions. Some are serious. It’s best to talk with your eye doctor about changes in your eyes or vision.

A 7-week-old female was referred because of a "white pupil" in the left eye. A total retinal detachment was noticed in the left eye by her ophthalmologist. Her birth history and weight were normal.

The White Eye Detector has already been tested on more than 50,000 photos donated by parents of 40 children, 20 of whom have been previously diagnosed with eye diseases.

How to protect your eyes when the pupils are dilated. While your eyes are dilated, they will be more sensitive to light than usual. Try to avoid bright places. Wear sunglasses when you go outside.

For instance, at night, black bears have large, round, often yellow-to-orange (but sometimes red or green), nearly pupil-less eyes, set close to the ground. Wild feline eyes generally have a heavy ...

Circular vs. slit pupils One consequence of having extremely light sensitive eyes, is that they must be adequately protected during the day. Some animals accomplish this with a retractable eye flap.

A 7-Week-Old Female With a "White Pupil" in the Left Eye Hakan Demirci, MD, Paul T. Finger, MD, Rubina Cocker, MD, Steven A. McCormick, MD November 15, 2001 ...