Typical symptom of subconjunctival hemorrhage?

• A. A red patch on the sclera
• B. Painful eye redness
• C. Itching with discharge
• D. Blurred vision with halos

Answer: (A)

Subconjunctival hemorrhage shows up as a sudden, painless red patch on the sclera from rupture of tiny conjunctival vessels. The rest of the eye usually looks and functions normally: vision is unaffected, there’s no discharge, and there’s little or no discomfort. This painless, localized red patch without other symptoms is what sets it apart from other red-eye conditions that involve pain, itching with discharge, or changes in vision. For example, painful redness or discharge suggests an inflammatory or infectious process; itching with discharge points to allergic or infectious conjunctivitis; blurred vision with halos suggests corneal or lens-related issues. Most subconjunctival hemorrhages resolve on their own within a week or two as the blood is absorbed.