Why are my eyes turning yellow?
Recently, "yellow eyes" has become one of the hot health topics on the Internet. Many netizens shared their experiences or asked about related reasons on social platforms, which attracted widespread attention. This article will combine the hot discussions on the Internet in the past 10 days to provide you with a detailed analysis of the common causes, accompanying symptoms and countermeasures of yellowing eyes, and provide structured data for reference.
1. Common causes of yellowing of eyes
According to discussions between medical experts and netizens, yellowing of the eyes (medically known as "jaundice") is mainly related to the following factors:
| Cause classification | Specific instructions | Typical symptoms |
|---|---|---|
| Liver disease | Hepatitis, cirrhosis, etc. lead to abnormal bilirubin metabolism | Fatigue, loss of appetite, bloating |
| bile duct obstruction | Gallstones, tumors, etc. block bile discharge | Itchy skin and gray-white stools |
| hemolytic disease | Massive destruction of red blood cells produces excess bilirubin | Anemia, soy sauce-colored urine |
| Physiological jaundice of newborn | Bilirubin metabolism is not perfect after birth | Appears on 2-3 days after birth and disappears on 7-10 days |
2. Recent hot topics on the Internet
1.Yellow eye phenomenon after "Yangkang": Some people who have recovered from COVID-19 have reported yellowing of the whites of their eyes, which experts analyze may be related to temporary damage to liver function after viral infection.
2.Workplace workers worry about liver health: The topic "996 Yellow Eyes" on a social platform has been read more than 5 million times, and bad lifestyle habits such as staying up late for a long time and drinking alcohol are cited as the main causes.
3.Controversy over the popularization of neonatal jaundice: A news story about "skin ulceration of infants with jaundice after exposure to blue light" triggered discussion on traditional treatment methods. Pediatric experts emphasized the importance of standardized treatment.
3. Diagnosis and treatment suggestions
| Check items | normal value range | abnormal meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Serum total bilirubin | 3.4-20.5 μmol/L | Jaundice occurs when >34.2 μmol/L |
| direct bilirubin | 0-6.8 μmol/L | Elevated levels suggest obstructive jaundice |
| ALT (alanine aminotransferase) | 7-40U/L | Elevated levels reflect liver cell damage |
Medical tips:
• Sudden yellow eyes accompanied by fever and abdominal pain require emergency treatment
• If it persists for more than 2 weeks, chronic liver disease should be investigated
• If neonatal jaundice continues to worsen, be alert for biliary atresia
4. Preventive health measures
1.diet regulation: Eat more foods rich in vitamin B (such as whole grains, green leafy vegetables) and limit high-fat diet.
2.living habits: Make sure to go to bed before 23:00, avoid drinking alcohol, and it is recommended to have liver function tests every year.
3.Traditional Chinese Medicine Conditioning: Chrysanthemum, cassia seed and other tea substitutes can help clear the liver and improve eyesight, but they need to be used under the guidance of a doctor.
5. Sharing of real cases from netizens
| age | Symptom description | final diagnosis |
|---|---|---|
| 28 year old male | Yellow eyes + itchy skin for 3 weeks | primary biliary cirrhosis |
| 45 year old female | Yellow eyes with upper abdominal pain | common bile duct stones |
| newborn | The whole body turns yellow on the 4th day after birth | breast milk jaundice |
Conclusion:Yellow eyes are an important warning signal sent by the body. There is no need to panic or take it lightly. It is recommended to seek medical examination promptly when symptoms occur to avoid delaying the condition through self-diagnosis online. Maintaining a healthy lifestyle is the basis for preventing liver and gallbladder diseases. High-risk groups who stay up late for a long time and drink alcohol should be more vigilant.
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