Subconjunctival hemorrhage
Also called: Broken blood vessel in the eye
A bright red patch appearing in the white of the eye beneath the clear lining of the eye (conjunctiva).
- Usually self-treatable
- Usually self-diagnosable
- Lab tests or imaging not required
- Short-term: resolves within days to weeks
A subconjunctival hemorrhage is bleeding underneath the conjunctiva. It can occur after a sudden or severe sneeze or cough, heavy lifting, straining, vomiting, or even rubbing one's eyes too roughly. It can also occur as a side effect of eye surgery or blood thinners.
Common: More than 200,000 US cases per year
Consult a doctor for medical advice
Sources: Mayo Clinic and others. Learn more
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