Why Is There a Red Spot in My Eye Whites?

If there is a red patch in the whites of the eyes without pain, itching, or affecting normal vision, it can be considered as subconjunctival hemorrhage, which is caused by rupture of conjunctival vessels. Rubbing eyes, staying up late, excessive drinking, or excessive fatigue can lead to such conditions. Generally, no special care is required, and the symptoms will gradually disappear spontaneously.

Apply cold compresses within 24 hours and hot compresses after 24 hours. If there is inflammation, anti-inflammatory saline can be applied locally, and oral administration of traditional Chinese medicine for promoting blood circulation and removing blood stasis can be used to promote the absorption of the hemorrhage. The hemorrhage is generally absorbed within 1 to 2 weeks. During the absorption process, the hemorrhage will become larger and thinner and gradually absorbed. Many people worry during the absorption process that their blood clot has become larger, but this is actually a normal phenomenon of absorption, and it will become larger and thinner.

Subconjunctival hemorrhage can occur due to severe eye trauma. After the injury, red spots will appear in the eyelid area, and most patients do not feel discomfort. Generally, hot compresses can be used for recovery. Continuous hot compresses can be applied after minor subconjunctival hemorrhage.

Frequent subconjunctival hemorrhage should raise concerns about blood coagulation disorders or other blood diseases. It is recommended that patients with frequent subconjunctival hemorrhage undergo detailed examination in the hematology department. Subconjunctival hemorrhage is easily confused with conjunctivitis, so when treating and diagnosing, it is important to observe whether there is purulent discharge in the patient's eyes. If purulent discharge is present and the pain is unbearable, it is likely conjunctivitis.