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Subconjunctival hemorrhage, or bleeding under the conjunctiva,
often happens for no apparent reason. The conjunctiva is
the clear, thin membrane covering the white-eye area in
order to protect and lubricate the eye. Since the conjunctivia
consists of nerves and small blood vessels, subconjunctival
hemorrhage happens because the blood vessels can easily
rupture or burst.
Sometimes a person will simply wake up from sleep to discover
they have subconjunctival hemorrhage. In some instances,
subconjunctival hemorrhage can be the result of trauma,
sneezing or coughing, rubbing the eye, infection, as well
as other factors. Besides the visible reddening of the
normally white area of the eye, subconjunctival hemorrhage
is not associated to many other symptoms. When first occurring,
some subconjunctival hemorrhage sufferers will experience
a pain or irritation.
Subconjunctival hemorrhage will usually just clear up,
however if within 2 weeks it is still present a doctor
should be contacted. In extreme cases as in severe pain,
change of vision, or any other dangerous conditions are
present, the subconjunctival hemorrhage should be immediately
looked at by visiting an emergency room if need be. Recoveries
are usually complete and should be expected to clear up
after a week or two. Since subconjunctival hemorrhage is
similar to a bruise, individuals should not be alarmed
if the eye changes colors while healing.
The worst part of subconjunctival hemorrhage is often
just the appearance. In many instances, people will fail
to even recognize they are suffering from subconjunctival
hemorrhage unless someone else notifies them or they look
in the mirror. More common among diabetes and hypertension
sufferers, subconjunctival hemorrhage can also be a response
to post-eye surgery or trauma.
Infants often suffer from subconjunctival hemorrhage.
During the birthing process there can be pressure changes
that can result in the rupture. Doctors can sometimes improperly
apply pressure to an infant that can cause birth injuries
such as subconjunctival hemorrhage. Some birth injuries
are the direct result of a difficult birth, but in some
instances a doctor is able to recognize and prevent risk
of injury.
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