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Suggest Treatment For Subconjunctival Hemorrhage Caused By Coughing And Bending
Question: There is seepage of blood pooling in the inner surface of my eye which is causing blurring and I have slight pain in the eye. Not sure where the blood is coming from. No broken blood vessels in the eye itself. I have had cataract surgery and have had a retinal detachment in this eye. No trauma has caused this but I have been coughing and I'm on Xeralto. Have been bent over working in my garden this afternoon. Blood pressure normal, low 120 over 70.
I live in the country, an answer 24 hrs from now is too long for me to wait. My nearest hospital is 40 miles away and my opthalmologist is 60 miles away. If I need to see him then I shall have to call him tomorrow morning. An immediate answer would be appreciated. Thank you.
I live in the country, an answer 24 hrs from now is too long for me to wait. My nearest hospital is 40 miles away and my opthalmologist is 60 miles away. If I need to see him then I shall have to call him tomorrow morning. An immediate answer would be appreciated. Thank you.
Brief Answer:
Sub conjunctival hemorrhage, coughing and bending caused it
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
You are talking about sub conjunctival hemorrhage as per your description. Recurrent coughing and any activity that increases pressure in the veins can lead to leakage of capillaries which are numerous in the eye.
If you experience blurring, you should get an ophthalmic examination. Generally mild hemorrhage would not be serious and no treatment is required. But I suggest you to take an appointment now with an opthalmologist to rule out any other conditions and get a physical examination done.
Hope this clears your confusion.
Sub conjunctival hemorrhage, coughing and bending caused it
Detailed Answer:
Hi,
You are talking about sub conjunctival hemorrhage as per your description. Recurrent coughing and any activity that increases pressure in the veins can lead to leakage of capillaries which are numerous in the eye.
If you experience blurring, you should get an ophthalmic examination. Generally mild hemorrhage would not be serious and no treatment is required. But I suggest you to take an appointment now with an opthalmologist to rule out any other conditions and get a physical examination done.
Hope this clears your confusion.
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