Subconjunctival Hemorrhage Diabetes

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Definition

Subconjunctival hemorrhage is a bright red patch appearing in the white of the eye. This condition is also called red eye.


Alternative Names

Red eye


Causes, incidence, and risk factors

A subconjunctival hemorrhage occurs when a small blood vessel breaks open and bleeds near the surface of the white of the eye (bulbar conjunctiva). It may happen without injury, and is often first noticed when you wake up and look in a mirror.

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