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Yellow eyes are often a sign of underlying health issues, primarily related to liver dysfunction.
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Let's have a look what leads to yellow eyes:
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Caused by elevated bilirubin levels, often due to liver dysfunction or disease. It results in the yellowing of the skin and eyes.
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Inflammation of the liver, often from viral infections, can impair bilirubin processing, leading to yellow eyes.
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Blockage of bile ducts by gallstones can cause bilirubin buildup, resulting in yellowing of the eyes.
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Chronic alcohol consumption damages the liver, impeding its ability to process bilirubin and causing yellow eyes.
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Rapid breakdown of red blood cells increases bilirubin levels, which can lead to yellowing of the eyes.
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Tumors in the pancreas can obstruct bile ducts, causing bilirubin accumulation and yellow eyes.
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A genetic condition that affects bilirubin metabolism, causing occasional yellowing of the eyes without severe health consequences.
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