White reflex in eye

[whiteye]

Recently my left eye has appeared to have a white reflex(leukocoria) when the other is red. I have been referred to a specialist by an optician who thinks I may have keratoconus. Looking online I can't find any pages which lists white pupil reflex as a symptom of this. Should I be worried about other conditions? Has anyone had similar problems?

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, FAAO]

Okay, that's a whole lot better than a tumor. Good luck.

JCH MD

[whiteye]

Been to eye MD, they say there's no tumour in the eye, just keratoconus causing white reflex. Glasses for weakened vision and return appointment in 4 months.

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, FAAO]

Yes, that can be a serious symptom that can be due to a cataract or even a tumor within the eye. See an Eye MD as soon as possible.

JCH MD