What are the symptoms of hyphaema (blood inside the eye)?

Visible blood inside the eye (red at the front of the eye). Loss of vision in that eye. Possible eye pain. Depending on the cause, other general signs

Is Hyphaema (blood inside the eye) contagious?

Hyphaema (blood inside the eye) does not spread directly between animals.

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Hyphaema (blood inside the eye)

Presence of blood within the anterior chamber of the eye. The blood is visible inside the eye and may block vision. It indicates a serious problem.

Severe🐕 Dogs🐈 Cats

This may be a veterinary emergency

URGENT: if you see blood inside your pet's eye, go to the vet the same day.

Symptoms to watch for

• Visible blood inside the eye (red at the front of the eye)
• Loss of vision in that eye
• Possible eye pain
• Depending on the cause, other general signs

Causes

Trauma, high blood pressure, clotting disorders, intraocular inflammation (uveitis), tumours. It is often a sign of a general problem.

Diagnosis

Ophthalmic examination plus a search for the underlying cause (measuring blood pressure, clotting tests).

Treatment

Treatment of the underlying cause and of the eye. Acting quickly is important to preserve vision and to detect the general problem causing it.

Prevention

Control high blood pressure and clotting disorders, and prevent trauma.

When should you see the vet?

URGENT: if you see blood inside your pet's eye, go to the vet the same day.

Consult a vet 24 h emergency vets nearby

WetAi guides you and takes you to the vet; it does not diagnose.

Notice: this information is for general guidance and educational purposes only. It does NOT replace diagnosis or treatment by a registered veterinary surgeon. If you notice any symptoms, always consult a professional. Wallapets accepts no responsibility for the use of this information without veterinary supervision.