Hyphema

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Hyphema
Hyphema occupying half of the anterior chamber of the eye
Synonyms N/A
Pronounce N/A
Specialty N/A
Symptoms Eye pain, blurred vision, photophobia, red eye
Complications Glaucoma, corneal blood staining, vision loss
Onset Sudden
Duration Varies, typically resolves in days to weeks
Types N/A
Causes Trauma, surgery, blood disorders
Risks Sickle cell disease, anticoagulant therapy
Diagnosis Slit lamp examination, intraocular pressure measurement
Differential diagnosis Conjunctival hemorrhage, iritis, vitreous hemorrhage
Prevention N/A
Treatment Rest, eye shield, elevated head position, medications to lower intraocular pressure
Medication N/A
Prognosis Generally good with treatment, but depends on severity
Frequency Common in cases of eye trauma
Deaths N/A


An overview of hyphema, its causes, symptoms, and treatment


A total hyphema, where the anterior chamber is completely filled with blood.

Hyphema is a medical condition characterized by the presence of blood in the anterior chamber of the eye, the space between the cornea and the iris. It is often the result of trauma to the eye but can also occur spontaneously in certain medical conditions.

Causes[edit | edit source]

Hyphema is most commonly caused by blunt or penetrating trauma to the eye. Other causes include:

Symptoms[edit | edit source]

The primary symptom of hyphema is the visible presence of blood in the anterior chamber. Other symptoms may include:

Diagnosis[edit | edit source]

Diagnosis of hyphema is typically made through a clinical examination by an ophthalmologist. This may include:

Treatment[edit | edit source]

Treatment of hyphema depends on the severity and underlying cause. Common approaches include:

In severe cases, surgical intervention may be necessary to remove the blood and prevent complications such as glaucoma.

Complications[edit | edit source]

Potential complications of hyphema include:

Prevention[edit | edit source]

Preventive measures for hyphema primarily involve protecting the eyes from trauma. This includes wearing protective eyewear during activities that pose a risk of eye injury.

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