The pupil is the name given to the black part in the middle of the colored part of the eye. In all healthy infants, children and adults the pupil is black. If the pupil has different colors such as white, gray, yellow, and etc. it may be an indication of important eye diseases.

Diseases Cause White Spots in the Pupil in Infants and Children?

White pupillary reflex in babies and children can occur due to various eye diseases. Cataracts are the most common conditions among the causes of white pupillary reflex in babies and children. The other reasons to be considered are eye tumors, eye infections, developmental disorders and other factors.

Cataracts in Babies and Children

There is a type of cataract called congenital cataracts that are observed in babies from birth. Apart from this type of cataracts, they can also develop due to various trauma situations and metabolic problems. If not diagnosed early, it can cause vision loss, uncontrolled eye movements and strabismus.

Eye Tumors in Babies and Children

In addition to many eye tumors, malignant eye tumors called retinoblastoma can also be the cause of white eye.

Pupillary Infections

Infections caused by various pathogens (viruses, bacteria, parasites) can cause the pupil to whiten.