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I have sickle cell my eye is swollen, running and now it's starting to bleed. what is the cause for this and what needs to be done?
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See doctor now: There are multiple possibilities, many severe and vision threatening. Please see a doctor immediately for evaluation.
Answered 11/17/2013
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Probable pinkeye: Your symptoms sound like conjunctivitis, or pinkeye.The bleeding described is most likely a broken blood vessel on the surface from irritation or rubbing.
Answered 11/17/2013
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