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| Introduction to White Eye |
| The most common and easily recognised early sign of retinoblastoma is a white glow in the affected eye, like a cat's eye caught in headlights at night.
"Leukocoria" is the medical term for this white eye reflex. The whiteness is usually only seen in dim light, or in photographs where a flash has been used. This section answers the most frequently asked questions about leukocoia, and offers advice and information for concerned parents or friends. • What causes "red eye"? • What causes "white eye”? • Photo Challenge – can you tell which child has Rb? • What should I know about white pupil and Rb? • What should I know about white pupil in adults? • How do I take photos to check for white pupil? • I’ve seen a white pupil - what to do now? • What should I expect at the eye exam? |
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