What should I do if there are red blood vessels in the white part of the eye?
Feb 08, 2023
Source: Cainiu Health
Dr. Cui Xin
Introduction
If red blood vessels in the white part of the eye are caused by prolonged lack of sleep or eye fatigue, they usually improve with adequate rest or warm compresses to the eyes, and no special treatment is required. If caused by conjunctivitis, it is recommended to follow a doctor's instructions to use levofloxacin eye drops locally to control inflammation. If the redness is due to dry eye syndrome, using sodium cromoglicate eye drops locally is advised to relieve symptoms.
Redness in the white part of the eye requires appropriate treatment depending on the underlying cause. Common causes include physiological factors, as well as pathological conditions such as conjunctivitis and dry eye syndrome.
I. Physiological Factors
Staying up late or prolonged use of electronic devices such as computers and smartphones can fatigue the eyes, leading to conjunctival congestion and resulting in red blood vessels in the white of the eye. This usually improves with adequate rest or warm compresses to the eyes and does not require specific treatment.
II. Pathological Factors
1. Conjunctivitis
When the eye is invaded by pathogens such as bacteria or viruses, an inflammatory response occurs. Under inflammatory stimulation, blood vessels in the conjunctiva dilate and become engorged, causing redness. It is recommended to use ophthalmic solutions such as levofloxacin eye drops, tobramycin-dexamethasone eye drops, or ganciclovir eye drops under medical supervision to control inflammation and relieve symptoms.
2. Dry Eye Syndrome
This condition results from instability of the tear film. When staring at a phone or working at a desk for extended periods, the eyes do not receive sufficient lubrication from tears. It is recommended to use eye drops such as sodium cromoglicate, pilocarpine nitrate, or polyethylene glycol eye drops under medical guidance to alleviate symptoms.
In addition, other conditions such as glaucoma may also cause redness in the white of the eye. It is advisable to consult a physician at a hospital for an accurate diagnosis.
