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The effusion of the eye, or hyposfagma, is characterized by the rupture of tiny blood vessels located in the conjunctiva, causing a red spot of blood in the eye. The conjunctiva is a thin transparent film that covers the white part of the eyes called the sclera.
Stroke in the eye is a very common situation that does not reach the inside of the eye and does not affect vision. It usually heals itself, disappearing in about 10 to 14 days, and no treatment is often necessary.
Main symptoms
The symptoms that can appear in a case of capillary stroke are:
- Spot of bright red blood on the white part of the eye;
- Redness in the eye;
- Feeling of sand on the surface of the eye.
The effusion of the eye does not cause pain or changes in vision, but if this happens, you should go to the eye doctor.
Main causes of stroke
The causes of ocular effusion can originate from irritative, allergic, traumatic or infectious processes. Therefore, blood in the eye can be caused by:
- Trauma such as scratching or rubbing the eyes;
- Physical efforts such as lifting weights or intense physical activities;
- Prolonged cough;
- Repeated sneezing;
- Force a lot to evacuate;
- Vomiting episodes;
- Serious eye infections;
- Surgery on the eye or eyelid.
Spikes in blood pressure and changes in blood clotting are less common causes that can also lead to the appearance of blood in the eye.
How the treatment is done
To treat eye stroke it is not always necessary, as it usually disappears on its own after a few days. However, what you can do to speed up healing is to put cold water compresses on your eye, twice a day.
Sometimes artificial tears are used to reduce discomfort and decrease the risk of further bleeding. The use of aspirins and anti-inflammatory drugs should be avoided.
Pour red stain on baby's eye
Eye stroke in the baby is a common and uncomplicated situation, often caused by the baby himself when scratching the eye or making certain efforts such as sneezing or coughing. Usually, the blood in the eye will disappear in 2 or 3 weeks.
In cases where the blood stain on the eye persists and the baby has a fever, the pediatrician should be consulted, as it may be a sign of an eye infection such as conjunctivitis, for example. See how to identify and treat conjunctivitis in your baby.