Reoccurring Subconjuctival Hemorrhage

[Chadjess20]

I have had a reoccurring subconjuctival hemmorage in the exact same spot in the exact same eye for the last 8 months.  All blood work is normal ( CBC) ( blood proteins)( no bleeding or bruising) ( no blood clotting issues) ( no blood thinners or NSAIDs) .  I was put on low dose bp meds to see if it was blood pressure related, but that looks like not the case as area still ruptures.  I did have (2) positive antibodies in an ANA blood test towards my thyroid, but my thyroid levels are in normal range.  I am at a lost….. What am I missing?

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, FAAO]

Most subconjunctival hemmorhages are annoying, unsightly but not serious.  With reoccurences the work up you have had should rule out bleeding disorders. I would suggest you see an ophthalmologist that specializes in cornea and external disease. You may have a small vascular abnormality on the cornea causing this. If so cautery or laser may be helpful.