Sclera

A small spot of redness on the white of the eye:

  • It is usually on one spot on the white of the eye due to the rupture of one of the fine blood vessels.

  • There may be some pain; sensitivity to light and the eyes may water.

  • Usually clears within two weeks without any treatment.

  • If the redness recurs with more discomfort, then a healthcare professional may need to prescribe medication to ease the discomfort.

        A broad patch of redness on the white of the eye:

        • There is usually a lot of redness on the white of the eye, with the eye being sore and occasionally one cannot see clearly. 

        • This eye condition may be related to a condition of the joints.

        • The healthcare professional will suggest the necessary treatment.