Sclera
A small spot of redness on the white of the eye:
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It is usually on one spot on the white of the eye due to the rupture of one of the fine blood vessels.
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There may be some pain; sensitivity to light and the eyes may water.
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Usually clears within two weeks without any treatment.
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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.
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This eye condition may be related to a condition of the joints.
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The healthcare professional will suggest the necessary treatment.