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

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Hi doctor,

Suddenly, I got a blood clot around my right eyeball. But I am unable to figure out the cause. I went to the hospital today. Due to strict protocols, I am unable to consult the doctor. Please give some advice. How to cure the condition? The red thing in my eyes was in the right corner, but now it is spreading.

Kindly guide.

Answered by Dr. Asha Juliet Barboza

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MS

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Dr. Asha Juliet Barboza is an experienced Ophthalmologist dedicated to preserving and improving vision. She offers expert care for a wide range of eye conditions, from routine eye exams to complex surgeries. Dr. Barboza combines advanced techniques with compassionate guidance to ensure optimal eye health and clear vision for all her patients.

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Hi,

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According to the description, it seems like a subconjunctival hemorrhage. It can occur due to trauma, high blood pressure, intake of blood thinners, and due to increased bleeding and clotting time. You have not mentioned your age, and please mention whether you are taking any medications. You need to do investigations if it recurs again. It takes a week or ten days to disappear. If the clot is present on the top of the eyes, then it seems to be increasing, and it moves downwards with gravity, and gradually a change in color occurs when it gets absorbed. If it is bulging upwards from the conjunctiva, then nothing needs to be done. Take vitamin C supplements, one tablet daily for two weeks. If it seems to be bulging, then put some gentle pressure by closing your eyes with a handkerchief for a few seconds at a time for two minutes.

I hope this information helps you.

Feel free to ask further queries.

Thank you.

Medically reviewed by Dr. Sneha Kannan
Published At September 7, 2020
Reviewed At November 12, 2025

Education:

MS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Asha Juliet Barboza is an experienced Ophthalmologist dedicated to preserving and improving vision. She offers expert care for a wide range of eye conditions, from routine eye exams to complex surgeries. Dr. Barboza combines advanced techniques with compassionate guidance to ensure optimal eye health and clear vision for all her patients.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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BDS

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Education:

MS

Professional Bio:

Dr. Asha Juliet Barboza is an experienced Ophthalmologist dedicated to preserving and improving vision. She offers expert care for a wide range of eye conditions, from routine eye exams to complex surgeries. Dr. Barboza combines advanced techniques with compassionate guidance to ensure optimal eye health and clear vision for all her patients.

This doctor is not available for online consultations on the platform anymore.

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