Question 1

could i have cavernous sinus thrombosis?sinus all summer.eye red.i feel normal now,but never any mucus.blood vessels dialted eyes.ugly.eye exam norma

Accepted Answer

Not likely: You would be very sick and probably in the hospital undergoing treatment.

Question 2

a blood vessel popped in my eye, what to do?

Accepted Answer

Hemorrhage: Consult with us to see how severe it is and if you need to have your blood pressure checked or dilation to see if there is blood in the vitreous or retina (which is rare) for this likely subconjunctival hemorrhage.

Question 3

blood vessel burst in eye

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It's OK: You can have a capillary burst in the lining of the eye causing a red splotch that can be pretty dramatic.  As long as the blood does not cross over the colored part of the eye (iris) it is not dangerous and will go away on its own within a week or so.  If you have pain, decreased vision or the blood crosses over the iris, then see the ER.

Question 4

camomile eye drops for broken blood vessel?

Accepted Answer

No treatment: I'm unaware of any respectable company producing chamomile eye drops.  There are no eyedrops that will help with broken blood vessels on the eye.  They are harmless and will spontaneously resolve.

Question 5

what can cause a blood vessel to burst in eye?

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Several things: High blood pressure and trauma are among the more common causes of a burst blood vessel in the eye. This can be brought on by something as benign as a sneeze or a cough although heavy lifting and vomiting can also play a role. Chronic high blood pressure can predispose you to this as can blood-thinning medications such as Aspirin and Coumadin (warfarin) and certain herbal supplements such as ginkgo.

Question 6

is it safe to swim with popped eye blood vessel?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: If the hemorrhage isn't due to trauma and you are found to be otherwise healthy then yes, it's ok to swim with it.  Be sure to use lots of artificial tears to limit the eye irritation.

Question 7

what does a broken blood vessel in the eye mean?

Accepted Answer

Usually nothing: Sub conjunctival hemorrhage is a common condition.  It may be due to blood pressure ore eye pressure.  But usually a cause is not found. Any valsalva maneuver may cause a capillary to break, even heavy lifting or constipation.  It is usually benign.  But have your eyes checked.

Question 8

blood vessel burst in my eye leaving it very red?

Accepted Answer

Yes.this is a bruise: that will resolve over the next two weeks called a sub-conjunctival hemorrhage.Looks terrible but is harmless.if not slowly resolving over next 2 wks,have a professional take a look.

Question 9

will exercise make broken blood vessel in eye worse?

Accepted Answer

Not usually: It is okay to exercise with a subconjunctival hemorrhage.

Question 10

is there a way to get rid of a busted blood vessel in my eye?

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Not really - time: Even a single drop of blood with a subconjunctival hemorrhage can have a dramatic appearance. Just like a bruise, it usually takes 10-21 days to resolve as the blood breaks down. Be sure to use some artificial tears for irritation and if the hemorrhage is accompanied by any other symptoms, see your ophthalmologist.

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