How to Get Rid of Yellowish Eyes as a Person with Sickle Cell Disease
Yellowing of the eyes, medically referred to as jaundice, is a common symptom experienced by people living with sickle cell disease (SCD). It occurs when there is a buildup of bilirubin, a yellow pigment released during the breakdown of red blood cells. Since individuals with sickle cell disease have fragile red blood cells that break down faster than normal, bilirubin levels often rise, leading to yellow discoloration of the eyes and sometimes the skin.
Although yellowish eyes in sickle cell disease cannot always be completely eliminated, they can be managed and reduced through lifestyle habits, medical treatment, and preventive care. Below are effective ways to help improve eye health and reduce yellowing for those living with SCD.
1. Stay Well Hydrated
Dehydration makes sickle cell symptoms worse, including the breakdown of red blood cells. Drinking enough water:
- Keeps blood thinner and reduces sickling episodes.
- Supports the liver in processing and eliminating bilirubin.
- Improves overall eye clarity.
👉 Aim for at least 8–10 glasses of water daily, more if you live in hot climates or engage in physical activity.
2. Eat a Liver-Friendly Diet
Since the liver is responsible for filtering bilirubin, supporting its function is crucial. Incorporate foods that are rich in antioxidants and vitamins:
- Leafy greens (spinach, kale, ugwu) help detoxify the body.
- Citrus fruits (oranges, lemons) contain vitamin C, which strengthens blood vessels.
- Carrots, tomatoes, and red peppers provide vitamin A, which supports eye health.
- Garlic, ginger, and turmeric help reduce inflammation and support the liver.
Avoid heavy consumption of alcohol, fried foods, and processed meals, as these put stress on the liver.
3. Take Folic Acid and Vitamin Supplements
People with sickle cell disease need more folic acid because it helps the body produce new red blood cells. This reduces the severity of anemia and indirectly lowers bilirubin buildup.
- Folic acid supplements (often prescribed by doctors) should be taken daily.
- Vitamin B-complex, C, and D can boost immunity and reduce oxidative stress on red blood cells.
Always consult your doctor before starting any supplement.
4. Manage Anemia Effectively
Since yellowish eyes are often linked to increased breakdown of red blood cells, keeping anemia under control can reduce jaundice. Ways to do this include:
- Regular intake of prescribed hydroxyurea, which reduces sickling.
- Maintaining a balanced diet rich in iron, folate, and protein.
- In severe cases, blood transfusions may be recommended to improve red cell quality and reduce hemolysis.
5. Protect and Strengthen the Liver
The liver is the key organ that processes bilirubin. To keep it strong:
- Avoid alcohol completely, as it can damage the liver.
- Get tested and vaccinated for hepatitis B, since infections worsen jaundice.
- Avoid unnecessary medications or herbal mixtures that stress the liver.
- Consider regular liver function tests, especially if eye yellowing becomes persistent.
6. Use Natural Remedies Safely
Some natural approaches may help reduce bilirubin buildup when used alongside medical care:
- Moringa leaves – Rich in antioxidants and vitamins, they support blood and liver health.
- Beetroot juice – Helps detoxify the body and may improve red blood cell health.
- Bitter leaf or neem water (in moderation) – Traditionally used to support liver function.
⚠️ Always discuss herbal remedies with your doctor to avoid harmful interactions.
7. Prevent Sickle Cell Crises
Since crises trigger faster red cell breakdown, preventing them can indirectly reduce yellowish eyes.
- Avoid extreme temperatures (too hot or too cold).
- Rest well and manage stress.
- Stay away from infections by practicing good hygiene and taking prescribed vaccines.
- Exercise gently, avoiding overexertion.
8. Seek Medical Treatment When Necessary
Persistent yellowish eyes in sickle cell patients should not be ignored, as they may indicate:
- Severe anemia
- Gallstones (caused by excess bilirubin)
- Liver problems
- Other complications of sickle cell disease
A healthcare provider may recommend:
- Medications to manage sickling and anemia.
- Blood transfusions in severe cases.
- Surgery (gallbladder removal) if gallstones are the cause.
Final Thoughts
Yellowish eyes in people with sickle cell disease are usually a sign of increased bilirubin due to frequent red blood cell breakdown. While it may not always be possible to completely eliminate eye discoloration, adopting a healthy lifestyle, protecting the liver, staying hydrated, eating nutrient-rich foods, and seeking proper medical care can greatly reduce its severity.
By consistently managing sickle cell disease, you not only improve the appearance of your eyes but also support overall health, energy, and quality of life.
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Am Alex from USA,
There is a cure for Sickle Cell Disease,
My Son once had sickle cell Disease he was always sick every month, and his growth was also very slow. he was very intelligent in school and all his teachers loves him for that. when ever he is sick, I feel the whole world is falling on me.
I got the permanent cure from Dr Alegbe, for my son. He took the medication for good one month, and from then still now he does not get any fever again. and his body system is strong. he does not get sick easily. Dr Steve has really made me happy in life again. and I promise to tell the whole world about him. I never believed my Son can live long to this extent, but now his is living fine and healthy like the other kids. Now I believed Sickle cell Disease can be cured. any one with such issues can contact the Doctor on dralegbe@gmail.com or Whats-app him on +1(518)-675-6082
Am Alex from USA,
There is a cure for Sickle Cell Disease,
My Son once had sickle cell Disease he was always sick every month, and his growth was also very slow. he was very intelligent in school and all his teachers loves him for that. when ever he is sick, I feel the whole world is falling on me.
I got the permanent cure from Dr Alegbe, for my son. He took the medication for good one month, and from then still now he does not get any fever again. and his body system is strong. he does not get sick easily. Dr Steve has really made me happy in life again. and I promise to tell the whole world about him. I never believed my Son can live long to this extent, but now his is living fine and healthy like the other kids. Now I believed Sickle cell Disease can be cured. any one with such issues can contact the Doctor on dralegbe@gmail.com or Whats-app him on +1(518)-675-6082
Am Alex from USA,
There is a cure for Sickle Cell Disease,
My Son once had sickle cell Disease he was always sick every month, and his growth was also very slow. he was very intelligent in school and all his teachers loves him for that. when ever he is sick, I feel the whole world is falling on me.
I got the permanent cure from Dr Alegbe, for my son. He took the medication for good one month, and from then still now he does not get any fever again. and his body system is strong. he does not get sick easily. Dr Steve has really made me happy in life again. and I promise to tell the whole world about him. I never believed my Son can live long to this extent, but now his is living fine and healthy like the other kids. Now I believed Sickle cell Disease can be cured. any one with such issues can contact the Doctor on dralegbe@gmail.com
THERE IS A CURE TO SICKLE CELL ANEMIA, AM A LIVING TESTIMONY.
I write to you with great joy in my heart how Dr Alegbe John turned my life around. I was born a sickle cell patient through the gene- type of my parents and became a carrier which led to immense crises all through my growing up years. This particular ailment was called rheumatism, the pain of the bone which I was told was caused by difficult circulation of blood in the vein axis.
Growing up was like hell because apart from the pain and the fear of it, I also lived in bondage for years before Dr Alegbe intervention.
I was restricted from doing what my mates could do, there was a lot of don’t touch, don’t eat, don’t go, don’t wear by the doctor and I lived all through this period on drugs. I was made to know that without this pill, my life will would finally come to an end. It was total bondage.
During this period of pain, I would cry, shout, throw myself to the ground, destroy things I could find around me just because of restlessness the pain caused. My Dad got the contact of Dr Alegbe from the internet and he emailed him told him about me and made purchase from his product. I too the medication for one month and he always call to know how am feeling, that was how i was cured completely. any one can reach him On his gmail address at dralegbe@gmail.com
I stopped taking my drugs because Dr Alegbe John has made me completely cured, I no longer feel pain neither do I remember how it feels.
THERE IS A CURE TO SICKLE CELL ANEMIA, AM A LIVING TESTIMONY.
I write to you with great joy in my heart how Dr Alegbe John turned my life around. I was born a sickle cell patient through the gene- type of my parents and became a carrier which led to immense crises all through my growing up years. This particular ailment was called rheumatism, the pain of the bone which I was told was caused by difficult circulation of blood in the vein axis.
Growing up was like hell because apart from the pain and the fear of it, I also lived in bondage for years before Dr Alegbe intervention.
I was restricted from doing what my mates could do, there was a lot of don’t touch, don’t eat, don’t go, don’t wear by the doctor and I lived all through this period on drugs. I was made to know that without this pill, my life will would finally come to an end. It was total bondage.
During this period of pain, I would cry, shout, throw myself to the ground, destroy things I could find around me just because of restlessness the pain caused. My Dad got the contact of Dr Alegbe from the internet and he emailed him told him about me and made purchase from his product. I too the medication for one month and he always call to know how am feeling, that was how i was cured completely. any one can reach him On his gmail address at dralegbe@gmail.com
I stopped taking my drugs because Dr Alegbe John has made me completely cured, I no longer feel pain neither do I remember how it feels.
THERE IS A CURE TO SICKLE CELL ANEMIA, AM A LIVING TESTIMONY.
I write to you with great joy in my heart how Dr Alegbe John turned my life around. I was born a sickle cell patient through the gene- type of my parents and became a carrier which led to immense crises all through my growing up years. This particular ailment was called rheumatism, the pain of the bone which I was told was caused by difficult circulation of blood in the vein axis.
Growing up was like hell because apart from the pain and the fear of it, I also lived in bondage for years before Dr Alegbe intervention.
I was restricted from doing what my mates could do, there was a lot of don’t touch, don’t eat, don’t go, don’t wear by the doctor and I lived all through this period on drugs. I was made to know that without this pill, my life will would finally come to an end. It was total bondage.
During this period of pain, I would cry, shout, throw myself to the ground, destroy things I could find around me just because of restlessness the pain caused. My Dad got the contact of Dr Alegbe from the internet and he emailed him told him about me and made purchase from his product. I too the medication for one month and he always call to know how am feeling, that was how i was cured completely. any one can reach him On his gmail address at dralegbe@gmail.com
I stopped taking my drugs because Dr Alegbe John has made me completely cured, I no longer feel pain neither do I remember how it feels.
THERE IS A CURE TO SICKLE CELL ANEMIA, AM A LIVING TESTIMONY.
I write to you with great joy in my heart how Dr Alegbe John turned my life around. I was born a sickle cell patient through the gene- type of my parents and became a carrier which led to immense crises all through my growing up years. This particular ailment was called rheumatism, the pain of the bone which I was told was caused by difficult circulation of blood in the vein axis.
Growing up was like hell because apart from the pain and the fear of it, I also lived in bondage for years before Dr Alegbe intervention.
I was restricted from doing what my mates could do, there was a lot of don’t touch, don’t eat, don’t go, don’t wear by the doctor and I lived all through this period on drugs. I was made to know that without this pill, my life will would finally come to an end. It was total bondage.
During this period of pain, I would cry, shout, throw myself to the ground, destroy things I could find around me just because of restlessness the pain caused. My Dad got the contact of Dr Alegbe from the internet and he emailed him told him about me and made purchase from his product. I too the medication for one month and he always call to know how am feeling, that was how i was cured completely. any one can reach him On his gmail address at dralegbe@gmail.com
I stopped taking my drugs because Dr Alegbe John has made me completely cured, I no longer feel pain neither do I remember how it feels.
THERE IS A CURE TO SICKLE CELL ANEMIA, AM A LIVING TESTIMONY.
I write to you with great joy in my heart how Dr Alegbe John turned my life around. I was born a sickle cell patient through the gene- type of my parents and became a carrier which led to immense crises all through my growing up years. This particular ailment was called rheumatism, the pain of the bone which I was told was caused by difficult circulation of blood in the vein axis.
Growing up was like hell because apart from the pain and the fear of it, I also lived in bondage for years before Dr Alegbe intervention.
I was restricted from doing what my mates could do, there was a lot of don’t touch, don’t eat, don’t go, don’t wear by the doctor and I lived all through this period on drugs. I was made to know that without this pill, my life will would finally come to an end. It was total bondage.
During this period of pain, I would cry, shout, throw myself to the ground, destroy things I could find around me just because of restlessness the pain caused. My Dad got the contact of Dr Alegbe from the internet and he emailed him told him about me and made purchase from his product. I too the medication for one month and he always call to know how am feeling, that was how i was cured completely. any one can reach him On his gmail address at dralegbe@gmail.com
I stopped taking my drugs because Dr Alegbe John has made me completely cured, I no longer feel pain neither do I remember how it feels.
THERE IS A CURE TO SICKLE CELL ANEMIA, AM A LIVING TESTIMONY.
I write to you with great joy in my heart how Dr Alegbe John turned my life around. I was born a sickle cell patient through the gene- type of my parents and became a carrier which led to immense crises all through my growing up years. This particular ailment was called rheumatism, the pain of the bone which I was told was caused by difficult circulation of blood in the vein axis.
Growing up was like hell because apart from the pain and the fear of it, I also lived in bondage for years before Dr Alegbe intervention.
I was restricted from doing what my mates could do, there was a lot of don’t touch, don’t eat, don’t go, don’t wear by the doctor and I lived all through this period on drugs. I was made to know that without this pill, my life will would finally come to an end. It was total bondage.
During this period of pain, I would cry, shout, throw myself to the ground, destroy things I could find around me just because of restlessness the pain caused. My Dad got the contact of Dr Alegbe from the internet and he emailed him told him about me and made purchase from his product. I too the medication for one month and he always call to know how am feeling, that was how i was cured completely. any one can reach him On his gmail address at dralegbe@gmail.com
I stopped taking my drugs because Dr Alegbe John has made me completely cured, I no longer feel pain neither do I remember how it feels.
Glory be the Name of the( LORD JESUS)
My name is Vivian Damian from UNITED STATE OF AMERICAN. I want to thank the Almighty GOD for using a herbalist man Dr ogedegbe to cure my lungs cancer with his herbal medicine.
i have been sicking of Lungs cancer for the past three years,going for different kind of hospital to cure my Lungs cancer, I Always take treatment giving to me in the Hospital still yet no cure.Am a christian that always believe in God that one day He we surely hear my prayer.On a faithful day i was searching on the internet how to get cure from lungs cancer, i got a testimony from David Clara telling everyone about Dr ogedegbe herbal medicine that cured her sister breast cancer and capable to cure any deadly diseases, i was scared because the doctor is from Nigeria, i contacted Clara David about my problem that am facing for some years now she encourage me and tell me to contact Dr ogedegbe that his a great herbalist that God has sent to her each and everyone of us.I have to give him a try, i contacted him and tell him my problem that am facing and he told me what to do which i did and also send him money for shipping the Herbs medicine to me true EMS delivery .i receive the herbs from the EMS office. i use it as Dr ogedegbe instructed me too.
After some days of drinking the herbs medicine i feel changes in me the pain was no more,i went to hospital to see the result that the Doctor give me, the Doctor was surprise the Lungs cancer was no more am really happy now that the (LORD JESUS) has finally hear my prayer .
i went back to Dr ogedegbe and info him about the miracle he has done in my Life i could never forget .
My beloved brothers and sister if anyone of you or your relative is having problem that could not solve from the hospital please contact Dr ogedegbe and save a soul
Via mail Or whats app Him dr.ogedegbeherbalhome@gmail.com +2348101572895 you can mail me if you need more information viviandamian90@gmail.com
Glory be the Name of the( LORD JESUS)
My name is Vivian Damian from UNITED STATE OF AMERICAN. I want to thank the Almighty GOD for using a herbalist man Dr ogedegbe to cure my lungs cancer with his herbal medicine.
i have been sicking of Lungs cancer for the past three years,going for different kind of hospital to cure my Lungs cancer, I Always take treatment giving to me in the Hospital still yet no cure.Am a christian that always believe in God that one day He we surely hear my prayer.On a faithful day i was searching on the internet how to get cure from lungs cancer, i got a testimony from David Clara telling everyone about Dr ogedegbe herbal medicine that cured her sister breast cancer and capable to cure any deadly diseases, i was scared because the doctor is from Nigeria, i contacted Clara David about my problem that am facing for some years now she encourage me and tell me to contact Dr ogedegbe that his a great herbalist that God has sent to her each and everyone of us.I have to give him a try, i contacted him and tell him my problem that am facing and he told me what to do which i did and also send him money for shipping the Herbs medicine to me true EMS delivery .i receive the herbs from the EMS office. i use it as Dr ogedegbe instructed me too.
After some days of drinking the herbs medicine i feel changes in me the pain was no more,i went to hospital to see the result that the Doctor give me, the Doctor was surprise the Lungs cancer was no more am really happy now that the (LORD JESUS) has finally hear my prayer .
i went back to Dr ogedegbe and info him about the miracle he has done in my Life i could never forget .
My beloved brothers and sister if anyone of you or your relative is having problem that could not solve from the hospital please contact Dr ogedegbe and save a soul
Via mail Or whats app Him dr.ogedegbeherbalhome@gmail.com +2348101572895 you can mail me if you need more information viviandamian90@gmail.com
Hey Gina, I saw your comment about Dr. Onokun medication concerning Fibroid sometime ago and you were right, I tried it and it worked like magic for me. It was like hell living with FIBROID all this years until now, no more pains, bleeding and no miscarriage and I would've come with my testimony before now but I have to wait for a couple of months to see if it will regrow again but there's still no sign of fibroid, I also went to the hospital for test and still i was tested negative. All thanks to Dr. onokun and to you too Gina. And for anyone out there who wish to try can reach the doctor through Email: Dronokunherbalcure@gmail.com or WhatsApp +2349064844957
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