3 changes in the eyes that indicate health problems

0 < p>Eyes can tell a lot about a person's health. Experts claim that some changes in the organs of vision may indicate serious disturbances in the body's work.

In a conversation, Giles Edmonds, director of clinical services of a British chain of optical stores, explained that attention should also be paid to a change in eye color.

Red spots

Red spots on the front of the eyes can often be caused by damaged blood vessels. According to the specialist, in most cases there is nothing to worry about, but if the eyes remain red for a long time, they should be checked. This can be a sign of high blood pressure.

“Patients with high blood pressure can develop a condition called hypertensive retinopathy, in which the walls of the blood vessels thicken, narrow, and restrict blood flow,” Edmonds added.< /p>

Blue ring

Sometimes, especially with age, a blue ring appears around the iris. This is caused by cholesterol deposits in the eyes. “They are more common in people aged 60 and older and are usually nothing to worry about. However, if the rings appear before the age of 40, there may be a greater risk of heart disease,” the specialist explained.

Yellow shade

Usually yellowing of the eyes is caused by jaundice. This is a consequence of an increase in the concentration of total bilirubin in the blood plasma. Jaundice can be a sign of problems with the liver, gallbladder and pancreas, Edmonds said.