White pupil (leukocoria)

Some conditions that affect only the inside of the eye, cause a white pupil which can make the eye look unusual. The rest of the eye looks normal and we can fit a lens with a black pupil to improve appearance.

Conditions like advanced uveitis, failed eye surgery, intractable retinal detachment all cause leukocoria. It can also be a sign of serious eye disease so it always needs checked out thoroughly.