Ophthalmology 12 - Subconjunctival Haemorrhage

Question 1

possible causes of subconjunctival haemorrhage

Answer 1

strenuous activity, heavy coughing, weight lifting, straining when constipated

Question 2

key things to consider when an otherwise healthy person presents with subconjunctival haemorrhage

Answer 2

hypertension 
bleeding disorders
whooping cough 
medications (warfarin, NOACs etc)
non accidental injury

Question 3

define subconj bleed

Answer 3

bright red blood patches covering white of eye

painless

Question 4

management of subconj bleed

Answer 4

will resolve in 2 weeks

lubricating eye drops if any foreign body