Why might the eye look yellow or green?

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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Fluorescein is a diagnostic dye. Conjunctival abrasions may appear yellow-orange and damaged corneal areas bright green under examination light.

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fluorescein sodium + lidocaine hydrochloride · Medicine question

iatroX medicinesPublished 20 August 2026Reviewed 20 August 2026

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Fluorescein is a diagnostic dye. Conjunctival abrasions may appear yellow-orange and damaged corneal areas bright green under examination light.

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