20/08/2026
There’s a white glow in your child’s eye in a photo? It’s worth getting it checked.
Most of the time, camera flash causes a red reflection from the back of the eye. But if one eye appears white, yellow, or unusually bright instead of red, it may be a sign of a condition called leukocoria (white pupil reflex).
⚠️ Leukocoria can occur in babies and children and may be associated with conditions such as:
Congenital cataracts
Retinal disorders
Coats disease
Retinoblastoma (a rare childhood eye cancer)
If you notice a persistent or repeated white glow in one or both eyes, seek a comprehensive eye examination as soon as possible.