Subconjunctival hemorrhage: causes, drugs, etc. • hello healthy

Definition

What is subconjunctival hemorrhage?

Subconjunctival bleeding is a condition that occurs when small blood vessels burst just below the surface of your eye (conjunctiva). The conjunctiva cannot absorb blood very quickly, so the blood is trapped.

You may not realize that you have this condition until you look in the mirror and see that the whites of your eyes are bright red.

Subconjunctival hemorrhage often occurs without any obvious eye damage. A strong sneeze or cough can cause a blood vessel to burst in the eye.

You don't need to treat it. Your symptoms may be worrying. However, subconjunctival bleeding is usually a harmless condition that clears up in about two weeks.

How common is this condition?

This condition can appear suddenly at any age. This condition often only occurs in one eye, rarely in both eyes.

This condition can be treated by reducing risk factors. Talk to your doctor for more information.

Signs & symptoms

What are the signs and symptoms of subconjunctival bleeding?

People with this condition usually experience no vision symptoms and don't feel pain. Generally, you don't notice this until he looks in the mirror or is told by someone that your eyes are red.

Quoted from Web MD, the symptoms of subconjunctival bleeding:

Very rarely do people experience pain when bleeding starts. When bleeding first occurs, you may experience a feeling of fullness in the eye. As the bleeding improves, some people may experience very mild eye irritation.
The bleeding is a clear, sharp, bright red area over the sclera. Sometimes, the entire white of the eye is sometimes covered with blood.
The subconjunctival hemorrhage, no blood comes out of the eye. If you stain your eyes with a tissue, there shouldn't be any blood.
Bleeding will appear more severe in the first 24 hours and then gradually decrease in size and may appear yellowish after the blood is absorbed.

The clinical presentation of subconjunctival hemorrhage, with bleeding confined below the surface of the eye, is usually obvious and is easily recognized for diagnosis.

There may be signs and symptoms not listed above. If you have concerns about a particular symptom, consult your doctor.

When should I see a doctor?

If you have any signs or symptoms above or any other questions, please consult your doctor. Everyone's body is different. Always consult a doctor to treat your health condition.

Cause

What causes subconjunctival bleeding?

Subconjunctival hemorrhage usually has no clear cause. Patients are often told by others that their eyes are red.

However, in some serious cases, subconjunctival bleeding can be a symptom of an infectious condition related to the body or the cornea (corneal abrasion, prolonged wearing of contact lenses), and occasionally, subconjunctival bleeding can occur as a result of a traumatic eye injury, such as:

In cases of trauma (Valsalva)
In cases of forced cough, vomiting, sneezing, choking (the severity depends on the time of the tear, pain, discharge)
Coughing, sneezing, straining or strenuous work in the presence of a history of hypertension.

Subconjunctival hemorrhage is common in newborns. In this case, the condition is thought to be caused by changes in pressure throughout the baby's body during childbirth.

Risk factors

What increases my risk for subconjunctival bleeding?

There are many risk factors for subconjunctival bleeding, namely:

Previous episodes of trauma or infection
Chemicals
Use of contact lenses
Lifting or pushing heavy objects
High blood pressure
Medical comorbidity.

Treatment

The information provided is not a substitute for medical advice. ALWAYS consult your doctor.

How is this condition diagnosed?

Measurement of visual acuity and findings on light examination are major features in determining treatment for red eye. The history and overall assessment of the patient are useful for treatment decisions.

If the redness is caused by subconjunctival hemorrhage, the rupture of the conjunctival vessels causes bleeding below the surface of the eye, the blood will then generally be reabsorbed within 1-2 weeks without serious problems or blindness.

Haematological coagulation studies are not indicated unless there is associated retinal bleeding or a recurrence of the condition.

How is subconjunctival hemorrhage treated?

The following are treatment options for this condition:

Self-care

Usually, this condition does not require treatment. Over-the-counter artificial tears can be applied to the eyes in case of slight irritation.

You need to avoid using aspirin, ibuprofen, naproxen, or other non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs. These drugs can increase bleeding.

Medical treatment

Usually, you don't need treatment. The doctor may prescribe artificial tears to reduce the irritation that may occur.

If the injury is trauma-related, your doctor may need to have your eye examined to reduce the risk of damage to the rest of the eye.

Some patients with "pink eye" require emergency eye care, although the majority of conditions including SH can be treated by a general practitioner. No specific therapy is required.

The doctor needs to make sure that the condition is external and will get better on its own in 1-3 weeks. If repeated:

You will be given 500mg of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) twice a day
Seek medical care.

If it is traumatic, management should carry out a thorough examination to rule out other pathological conditions.

This condition usually resolves on its own in one to two weeks. Usually, recovery is complete, without long-term problems, similar to light bruising under the skin.

Like bruising, subconjunctival bleeding changes color (often red to yellow) as it heals.

Home remedies

What are some lifestyle changes or home remedies that can be done to manage subconjunctival bleeding?

Here are lifestyle and home remedies that can help you deal with this condition:

Splashing with cold water or compressing the eyes with a towel soaked in water is the simplest way to treat red eyes.
A balanced diet can keep blood pressure low and is beneficial for the blood vessels of the eyes.
Glasses to protect the eyes from injury.
Etc.

If you have any questions, consult your doctor for the best solution to your problem.

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