When should I worry about a broken blood vessel in my eye?

Call your doctor if the blood doesn’t go away in 2 or 3 weeks, if you also have pain or vision problems, if you have more than one subconjunctival hemorrhage, or if the blood is anywhere inside the colored part of your eye (iris).

Can a broken blood vessel in the eye spread?

It contains many tiny glands that secrete fluid to protect and lubricate your eye. One of the small vessels can burst occasionally. Even a tiny amount of blood can spread out a lot in the narrow space.

Can a broken blood vessel in the eye get worse?

The most obvious sign of a subconjunctival hemorrhage is a bright red patch on the white (sclera) of your eye. Despite its bloody appearance, a subconjunctival hemorrhage looks worse than it is and should cause no change in your vision, discharge or pain.

What should you not do with a subconjunctival hemorrhage?

Do not take aspirin or products that contain aspirin, which can increase bleeding. Use acetaminophen (Tylenol) if you need pain relief for another problem. Do not take two or more pain medicines at the same time unless the doctor told you to. Many pain medicines have acetaminophen, which is Tylenol.

How do you treat a busted blood vessel in your eye?

With all the possible causes, there is only one treatment for a burst blood vessel – time! Subconjunctival hemorrhages generally treat themselves, as the conjunctiva slowly absorbs the blood over time. Think of it like a bruise on the eye. Expect a full recovery within two weeks, without any long-term complications.

Why did the blood vessel in my eye burst?

The exact cause of subconjunctival hemorrhage is currently unknown. However, sudden increases in blood pressure from violent coughing, powerful sneezing, heavy lifting, or even intense laughing may generate enough force to cause a small blood vessel in your eye to burst.

What is the fastest way to heal a subconjunctival hemorrhage?

Management and Treatment Artificial tears (eye drops) can help relieve eye irritation if it occurs. Most broken blood vessels heal within 2 weeks. Larger spots may take longer to go away.

Does ice help subconjunctival hemorrhage?

To relieve any discomfort from swelling and to prevent additional bleeding, apply cold compresses several times a day for the first day or two. After a couple of days, you can apply warm compresses several times a day to aid in the healing process.

How long does a popped blood vessel take to heal?

How long do broken blood vessels in the eye take to heal?

In most cases, burst blood vessels in the eye heal themselves over the course of a few days up to two weeks. Eye drops can be used to treat symptoms like itchiness due to irritation.

How do you treat a popped blood vessel in your eye?

Subconjunctival hemorrhage doesn’t require treatment. Artificial tears (eye drops) can help relieve eye irritation if it occurs. Most broken blood vessels heal within 2 weeks. Larger spots may take longer to go away.