8 things your eyes are trying to tell you about your health

emergency and requires urgent medical attention.

4. A Gray or White Ring Around the Cornea

Some people develop a pale gray, blue, or white ring around the outer edge of the cornea. This is known as corneal arcus.

It is common in older adults and may simply be an age-related change.

When it develops in a youngerperson, however, a clinician may consider checking cholesterol and other blood lipids because early corneal arcus can sometimes be associated with elevated cholesterol.

The ring itself usually does not interfere with vision.

5. Puffy or Swollen Eyelids

Puffy eyes are often caused by something simple,