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Medical Conditions - Subconjunctival Hemorrhage

Subconjunctival hemorrhage refers to the breakdown of tiny blood vessels underneath the white surface of the eye (conjunctiva). It is considered a harmless condition and can be resolved on its own within two weeks. However, the common characteristic feature of subconjunctival hemorrhage is the presence of a bright red patch on the white layer of the eye.

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How to cure eye infection lasting more than two weeks?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. I am sorry to hear about your son's problem. I have gone through the photo that you sent (attachment removed to protect patient identity).

Is it possible to cure the injured part of my eye completely?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. You have a sub-conjunctival hemorrhage. A small blood vessel bleeds and then a blood clot is formed.

My sister has a couple of red spots on the eyes with watering, itching, and irritation. Please help.

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. Thanks for writing in. I had a look at the photo (attachment removed to protect patient identity) you sent.

How to treat pigment dispersion syndrome patients?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I understand that you suffered a trauma to the eye. When examined, the doctor said that you have a subconjunctival hemorrhage with no damage to the retina.

Can I use Loteprednol eye drops for subconjunctival hemorrhage?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Most of the time, the cause of a subconjunctival hemorrhage is idiopathic without any underlying cause. Whatever treatment is given to you is only symptomatic treatment.

How to manage blood vessel burst in the eye?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. This is called subconjunctival hemorrhage. It happens when a blood vessel bursts and gives some blood out, under the superficial layer of the eye called conjunctiva.

Injured left eye with red spot and pain. Treatment?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. Mostly, it is a subconjunctival bleed that is not harmful. It will take another week to settle down.

Can the blood clot in sclera be due to an infection?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. By going through your query, I understand that you are suffering from a subconjunctival hemorrhage.

What causes a sudden blood clot to appear around the eyeball?

Hi, Welcome to icliniq.com. According to the description, it seems like a subconjunctival hemorrhage.

Why I have a broken eye vessel and pressure behind my eye?

Hello, Welcome to icliniq.com. I have looked at the pictures uploaded by you (attachment removed to protect patient identity). You should not worry. It is not a serious condition.

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