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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Intraocular hemorrhage | |||
| image = [[File:Schematic_diagram_of_the_human_eye_en.svg|250px]] | |||
| caption = Diagram of the human eye | |||
| field = [[Ophthalmology]] | |||
| synonyms = Intraocular bleeding | |||
| symptoms = [[Vision loss]], [[floaters]], [[photophobia]] | |||
| complications = [[Glaucoma]], [[retinal detachment]] | |||
| onset = Sudden | |||
| duration = Varies | |||
| causes = [[Trauma]], [[diabetic retinopathy]], [[retinal vein occlusion]], [[age-related macular degeneration]] | |||
| risks = [[Diabetes mellitus]], [[hypertension]], [[blood clotting disorders]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Ophthalmoscopy]], [[ultrasound]], [[fluorescein angiography]] | |||
| differential = [[Retinal detachment]], [[vitreous hemorrhage]], [[uveitis]] | |||
| treatment = [[Observation]], [[vitrectomy]], [[laser photocoagulation]] | |||
| prognosis = Depends on cause and severity | |||
| frequency = Common in [[diabetic retinopathy]] | |||
}} | |||
'''Intraocular Hemorrhage''' is a medical condition characterized by bleeding within the eye. It can occur in various parts of the eye, including the [[retina]], [[vitreous humor]], and [[anterior chamber]]. This condition can lead to serious complications, such as [[glaucoma]], [[retinal detachment]], and [[vision loss]]. | '''Intraocular Hemorrhage''' is a medical condition characterized by bleeding within the eye. It can occur in various parts of the eye, including the [[retina]], [[vitreous humor]], and [[anterior chamber]]. This condition can lead to serious complications, such as [[glaucoma]], [[retinal detachment]], and [[vision loss]]. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
Intraocular hemorrhage can be caused by a variety of factors. These include [[trauma]] to the eye, [[blood clotting disorders]], [[high blood pressure]], and certain [[eye diseases]] such as [[diabetic retinopathy]] and [[macular degeneration]]. In some cases, the cause of the hemorrhage may not be identifiable. | Intraocular hemorrhage can be caused by a variety of factors. These include [[trauma]] to the eye, [[blood clotting disorders]], [[high blood pressure]], and certain [[eye diseases]] such as [[diabetic retinopathy]] and [[macular degeneration]]. In some cases, the cause of the hemorrhage may not be identifiable. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of intraocular hemorrhage can vary depending on the location and severity of the bleeding. Common symptoms include sudden [[vision loss]], [[floaters]], [[blurred vision]], and [[eye pain]]. In some cases, the hemorrhage may not cause any noticeable symptoms. | The symptoms of intraocular hemorrhage can vary depending on the location and severity of the bleeding. Common symptoms include sudden [[vision loss]], [[floaters]], [[blurred vision]], and [[eye pain]]. In some cases, the hemorrhage may not cause any noticeable symptoms. | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
The diagnosis of intraocular hemorrhage is typically made through a comprehensive [[eye examination]]. This may include a [[visual acuity test]], a [[dilated eye exam]], and imaging tests such as [[optical coherence tomography]] (OCT) and [[ultrasound]] of the eye. | The diagnosis of intraocular hemorrhage is typically made through a comprehensive [[eye examination]]. This may include a [[visual acuity test]], a [[dilated eye exam]], and imaging tests such as [[optical coherence tomography]] (OCT) and [[ultrasound]] of the eye. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
The treatment for intraocular hemorrhage depends on the cause and severity of the bleeding. Treatment options may include [[medication]], [[laser therapy]], [[vitrectomy]] (surgery to remove the vitreous humor), and [[cryotherapy]] (freezing treatment). In some cases, no treatment may be necessary, and the hemorrhage will resolve on its own. | The treatment for intraocular hemorrhage depends on the cause and severity of the bleeding. Treatment options may include [[medication]], [[laser therapy]], [[vitrectomy]] (surgery to remove the vitreous humor), and [[cryotherapy]] (freezing treatment). In some cases, no treatment may be necessary, and the hemorrhage will resolve on its own. | ||
== Prognosis == | == Prognosis == | ||
The prognosis for intraocular hemorrhage depends on the underlying cause and the extent of the bleeding. With prompt diagnosis and treatment, many people can maintain good vision. However, in severe cases, the condition can lead to permanent vision loss. | The prognosis for intraocular hemorrhage depends on the underlying cause and the extent of the bleeding. With prompt diagnosis and treatment, many people can maintain good vision. However, in severe cases, the condition can lead to permanent vision loss. | ||
== See Also == | == See Also == | ||
* [[Retinal detachment]] | * [[Retinal detachment]] | ||
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* [[Diabetic retinopathy]] | * [[Diabetic retinopathy]] | ||
* [[Macular degeneration]] | * [[Macular degeneration]] | ||
[[Category:Eye diseases]] | [[Category:Eye diseases]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Ophthalmology]] | [[Category:Ophthalmology]] | ||
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| Intraocular hemorrhage | |
|---|---|
| |
| Synonyms | Intraocular bleeding |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Vision loss, floaters, photophobia |
| Complications | Glaucoma, retinal detachment |
| Onset | Sudden |
| Duration | Varies |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Trauma, diabetic retinopathy, retinal vein occlusion, age-related macular degeneration |
| Risks | Diabetes mellitus, hypertension, blood clotting disorders |
| Diagnosis | Ophthalmoscopy, ultrasound, fluorescein angiography |
| Differential diagnosis | Retinal detachment, vitreous hemorrhage, uveitis |
| Prevention | N/A |
| Treatment | Observation, vitrectomy, laser photocoagulation |
| Medication | N/A |
| Prognosis | Depends on cause and severity |
| Frequency | Common in diabetic retinopathy |
| Deaths | N/A |
Intraocular Hemorrhage is a medical condition characterized by bleeding within the eye. It can occur in various parts of the eye, including the retina, vitreous humor, and anterior chamber. This condition can lead to serious complications, such as glaucoma, retinal detachment, and vision loss.
Causes[edit]
Intraocular hemorrhage can be caused by a variety of factors. These include trauma to the eye, blood clotting disorders, high blood pressure, and certain eye diseases such as diabetic retinopathy and macular degeneration. In some cases, the cause of the hemorrhage may not be identifiable.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of intraocular hemorrhage can vary depending on the location and severity of the bleeding. Common symptoms include sudden vision loss, floaters, blurred vision, and eye pain. In some cases, the hemorrhage may not cause any noticeable symptoms.
Diagnosis[edit]
The diagnosis of intraocular hemorrhage is typically made through a comprehensive eye examination. This may include a visual acuity test, a dilated eye exam, and imaging tests such as optical coherence tomography (OCT) and ultrasound of the eye.
Treatment[edit]
The treatment for intraocular hemorrhage depends on the cause and severity of the bleeding. Treatment options may include medication, laser therapy, vitrectomy (surgery to remove the vitreous humor), and cryotherapy (freezing treatment). In some cases, no treatment may be necessary, and the hemorrhage will resolve on its own.
Prognosis[edit]
The prognosis for intraocular hemorrhage depends on the underlying cause and the extent of the bleeding. With prompt diagnosis and treatment, many people can maintain good vision. However, in severe cases, the condition can lead to permanent vision loss.
