23/06/2026
ποΈ Subconjunctival Hemorrhage: A Red Spot in the Eye β Should You Worry?
Have you suddenly noticed a bright red patch in the white part of your eye? In most cases, it is called Subconjunctival Hemorrhageβa small broken blood vessel beneath the eyeβs surface.
π¨ββοΈ Dr. Vivek Kumar Gupta
Sunaina Eye Care, Lucknow
π΄ What is Subconjunctival Hemorrhage?
It is a small bleed under the transparent covering of the eye (conjunctiva) that appears as a bright red patch.
Usually, it is not painful and does not affect vision.
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β οΈ Common Causes
βοΈ Sudden coughing or sneezing
βοΈ Heavy lifting or straining
βοΈ High blood pressure
βοΈ Eye rubbing
βοΈ Minor eye injury
βοΈ Blood-thinning medications
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π¨ When Should You See an Eye Specialist?
β Repeated episodes of red eye
β Eye pain or blurred vision
β History of eye injury
β Associated swelling or discharge
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Does It Need Treatment?
Most cases heal on their own within 1β2 weeks.
However, an eye examination is important to rule out any underlying problem.
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β€οΈ Donβt Panic, But Donβt Ignore Recurrent Red Eyes
If you notice a sudden red patch in your eye, get it checked by an eye specialist.
π¨ββοΈ Dr. Vivek Kumar Gupta
Sunaina Eye Care, Lucknow
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