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Yellowing of the eyes

What would cause the white of your eyes to turn yellow? Is this something I should see my doctor for? I have had several people ask me why my eyes are so yellow. The problem is getting worse over the past couple months.


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as you are only 25, you should see a dr for liver function tests!! yellow eyes could be a symptom of liver problems.
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It is probably normal and due to  aging.  However, it could also be sign of liver diseaes--jaundice.

Dr. O.
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