
Hemorragia subconjuntival
24 August 2021
It is the presence of blood under the conjunctiva, generally in a single sector of the eye.
Symptoms
Red eye, usually asymptomatic.
Etiology
Valsalva maneuver (sneezing, constipation or any form of tension)
Trauma
Bleeding disorders
Arterial hypertension
Idiopathic
Treatment is usually not necessary, artificial tears may be prescribed if there is mild eye irritation, it usually resolves spontaneously in 2 to 3 weeks.