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	~~==Hyphema==~~
	[[File:Total_hyphema.jpg\|left\|thumb\|A total hyphema, where the anterior chamber is completely filled with blood.]]		[[File:Total_hyphema.jpg\|left\|thumb\|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.		'''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.

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			{{Infobox medical condition
			\| name = Hyphema
			\| image = [[File:Hyphema_-_occupying_half_of_anterior_chamber_of_eye.jpg\|left\|thumb\|Hyphema occupying half of the anterior chamber of the eye]]
			\| caption = Hyphema occupying half of the anterior chamber of the eye
			\| field = [[Ophthalmology]]
			\| 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
			\| causes = [[Trauma]], [[surgery]], [[blood disorders]]
			\| risks = [[Sickle cell disease]], [[anticoagulant therapy]]
			\| diagnosis = [[Slit lamp examination]], [[intraocular pressure]] measurement
			\| differential = [[Conjunctival hemorrhage]], [[iritis]], [[vitreous hemorrhage]]
			\| treatment = [[Rest]], [[eye shield]], [[elevated head position]], [[medications]] to lower intraocular pressure
			\| prognosis = Generally good with treatment, but depends on severity
			\| frequency = Common in cases of eye trauma
			}}
	{{Short description\|An overview of hyphema, its causes, symptoms, and treatment}}		{{Short description\|An overview of hyphema, its causes, symptoms, and treatment}}

	==Hyphema==		==Hyphema==
	[[File:Total_hyphema.jpg\|thumb~~\|right~~\|A total hyphema, where the anterior chamber is completely filled with blood.]]		[[File:Total_hyphema.jpg\|left\|thumb\|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.		'''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==		==Causes==
	Hyphema is most commonly caused by blunt or penetrating trauma to the eye. Other causes include:		Hyphema is most commonly caused by blunt or penetrating trauma to the eye. Other causes include:

	* [[Surgery\|Post-surgical]] complications		* [[Surgery\|Post-surgical]] complications
	* [[Blood clotting disorders]]		* [[Blood clotting disorders]]
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	* [[Ocular tumors]]		* [[Ocular tumors]]
	* [[Herpes zoster]] or [[herpes simplex]] infections		* [[Herpes zoster]] or [[herpes simplex]] infections

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

	* [[Blurred vision]]		* [[Blurred vision]]
	* [[Eye pain]]		* [[Eye pain]]
	* [[Photophobia]] (sensitivity to light)		* [[Photophobia]] (sensitivity to light)
	* [[Increased intraocular pressure]]		* [[Increased intraocular pressure]]

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

	* [[Slit lamp examination]]		* [[Slit lamp examination]]
	* [[Tonometry]] to measure intraocular pressure		* [[Tonometry]] to measure intraocular pressure
	* [[Gonioscopy]] to examine the drainage angle of the eye		* [[Gonioscopy]] to examine the drainage angle of the eye

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

	* [[Bed rest]] with head elevation		* [[Bed rest]] with head elevation
	* Use of an [[eye shield]]		* Use of an [[eye shield]]
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	* [[Cycloplegic agents]] to relieve pain		* [[Cycloplegic agents]] to relieve pain
	* [[Antifibrinolytic agents]] to prevent re-bleeding		* [[Antifibrinolytic agents]] to prevent re-bleeding

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

	==Complications==		==Complications==
	Potential complications of hyphema include:		Potential complications of hyphema include:

	* [[Re-bleeding]]		* [[Re-bleeding]]
	* [[Corneal blood staining]]		* [[Corneal blood staining]]
	* [[Glaucoma]]		* [[Glaucoma]]
	* [[Permanent vision loss]]		* [[Permanent vision loss]]

	==Prevention==		==Prevention==
	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.		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.
			==See also==
	==~~Related pages~~==
	* [[Eye injury]]		* [[Eye injury]]
	* [[Glaucoma]]		* [[Glaucoma]]
	* [[Ophthalmology]]		* [[Ophthalmology]]

	[[Category:Ophthalmology]]		[[Category:Ophthalmology]]
	[[Category:Eye diseases]]		[[Category:Eye diseases]]

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	'''Hyphema''' is a medical condition characterized by the presence of blood in the anterior chamber of the eye, ~~which is~~ the space between the cornea and the iris. ~~This condition~~ is often ~~caused by~~ trauma to the eye, but can also occur ~~as a result of~~ certain medical conditions ~~or surgical procedures~~.		{{Short description\|An overview of hyphema, its causes, symptoms, and treatment}}

			==Hyphema==
			[[File:Total_hyphema.jpg\|thumb\|right\|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==		==Causes==
	~~The~~ most ~~common cause of hyphema is~~ trauma to the eye~~, such as a blow or a penetrating injury~~. Other causes ~~can~~ include [[~~abnormal blood vessels~~]] ~~in the eye,~~ [[~~bleeding~~ disorders]], [[~~cancer of the eye~~]], or ~~complications from eye surgery.~~		Hyphema is most commonly caused by blunt or penetrating trauma to the eye. Other causes include:

			* [[Surgery\|Post-surgical]] complications
			* [[Blood clotting disorders]]
			* [[Neovascularization]]
			* [[Ocular tumors]]
			* [[Herpes zoster]] or [[herpes simplex]] infections

	==Symptoms==		==Symptoms==
	~~Symptoms~~ of hyphema ~~can vary depending on~~ the ~~severity~~ of the ~~condition~~. ~~They can~~ include:		The primary symptom of hyphema is the visible presence of blood in the anterior chamber. Other symptoms may include:

	* [[Blurred vision]]		* [[Blurred vision]]
	* [[~~Pain in the eye~~]]		* [[Eye pain]]
	* [[~~Sensitivity~~ to light]]		* [[Photophobia]] (sensitivity to light)
	* [[Blood in the eye]]		* [[Increased intraocular pressure]]
	* [[~~Vision loss~~]]

	==Diagnosis==		==Diagnosis==
	Diagnosis of hyphema typically ~~involves~~ a ~~thorough~~ examination ~~of the eye~~ by an [[ophthalmologist]]. This ~~can~~ include a [[~~slit~~ lamp examination]]~~, which allows the doctor to view the structures of the eye in detail. Other tests may include a~~ [[~~visual acuity test~~]], to measure ~~the sharpness of vision, and an~~ [[~~intraocular pressure test~~]], to ~~measure~~ the ~~pressure inside~~ the eye.		Diagnosis of hyphema is typically made through a clinical examination by an [[ophthalmologist]]. This may include:

			* [[Slit lamp examination]]
			* [[Tonometry]] to measure intraocular pressure
			* [[Gonioscopy]] to examine the drainage angle of the eye

	==Treatment==		==Treatment==
	Treatment ~~for~~ hyphema depends on the severity ~~of the condition~~. ~~Mild cases may simply require~~ rest ~~and the use~~ of ~~over-the-counter~~ pain ~~medication. More severe cases may require hospitalization,~~ to ~~monitor the condition and~~ prevent ~~further complications.~~ In ~~some~~ cases, ~~surgery~~ may be necessary to remove the blood ~~from the eye~~.		Treatment of hyphema depends on the severity and underlying cause. Common approaches include:

			* [[Bed rest]] with head elevation
			* Use of an [[eye shield]]
			* [[Topical corticosteroids]] to reduce inflammation
			* [[Cycloplegic agents]] to relieve pain
			* [[Antifibrinolytic agents]] to prevent re-bleeding

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

			==Complications==
			Potential complications of hyphema include:

			* [[Re-bleeding]]
			* [[Corneal blood staining]]
			* [[Glaucoma]]
			* [[Permanent vision loss]]

	==Prevention==		==Prevention==
	~~Prevention of~~ hyphema primarily ~~involves~~ protecting the eyes from ~~injury~~. This ~~can include~~ wearing protective eyewear during activities that ~~could potentially cause~~ eye injury~~, such as sports or certain types of work~~.		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.

	==~~See also~~==		==Related pages==
	* [[Eye injury]]		* [[Eye injury]]
	* [[~~Eye diseases~~]]		* [[Glaucoma]]
	* [[~~Eye surgery~~]]		* [[Ophthalmology]]

			[[Category:Ophthalmology]]
	[[Category:Eye diseases]]		[[Category:Eye diseases]]
	~~[[Category:Medical conditions]]~~
	~~[[Category:Ophthalmology]]~~

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'''Hyphema''' is a medical condition characterized by the presence of blood in the anterior chamber of the eye, which is the space between the cornea and the iris. This condition is often caused by trauma to the eye, but can also occur as a result of certain medical conditions or surgical procedures.

==Causes==
The most common cause of hyphema is trauma to the eye, such as a blow or a penetrating injury. Other causes can include [[abnormal blood vessels]] in the eye, [[bleeding disorders]], [[cancer of the eye]], or complications from eye surgery.

==Symptoms==
Symptoms of hyphema can vary depending on the severity of the condition. They can include:
* [[Blurred vision]]
* [[Pain in the eye]]
* [[Sensitivity to light]]
* [[Blood in the eye]]
* [[Vision loss]]

==Diagnosis==
Diagnosis of hyphema typically involves a thorough examination of the eye by an [[ophthalmologist]]. This can include a [[slit lamp examination]], which allows the doctor to view the structures of the eye in detail. Other tests may include a [[visual acuity test]], to measure the sharpness of vision, and an [[intraocular pressure test]], to measure the pressure inside the eye.

==Treatment==
Treatment for hyphema depends on the severity of the condition. Mild cases may simply require rest and the use of over-the-counter pain medication. More severe cases may require hospitalization, to monitor the condition and prevent further complications. In some cases, surgery may be necessary to remove the blood from the eye.

==Prevention==
Prevention of hyphema primarily involves protecting the eyes from injury. This can include wearing protective eyewear during activities that could potentially cause eye injury, such as sports or certain types of work.

==See also==
* [[Eye injury]]
* [[Eye diseases]]
* [[Eye surgery]]

[[Category:Eye diseases]]
[[Category:Medical conditions]]
[[Category:Ophthalmology]]

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