Vitreous hemorrhage

Vitreous Hemorrhage

Vitreous hemorrhage (pronounced: vih-tree-us hem-uh-rij) is a medical condition characterized by the presence of blood within the vitreous humor, the clear, gel-like substance that fills the space between the lens and the retina of the eye.

Etymology

The term "vitreous hemorrhage" is derived from the Latin word "vitreus", meaning glassy, and the Greek word "haima", meaning blood. It refers to the glassy or clear nature of the vitreous humor and the presence of blood within it.

Causes

Vitreous hemorrhage can be caused by a variety of conditions, including diabetic retinopathy, retinal detachment, retinal tear, age-related macular degeneration, and trauma to the eye. It can also occur as a complication of eye surgery.

Symptoms

Symptoms of vitreous hemorrhage may include sudden or gradual loss of vision, floaters (small specks or clouds moving in your field of vision), and seeing flashes of light. The severity of symptoms can vary depending on the amount of blood in the vitreous humor and the underlying cause of the hemorrhage.

Diagnosis

Diagnosis of vitreous hemorrhage typically involves a comprehensive eye examination, which may include visual acuity testing, a dilated eye exam, and imaging tests such as ultrasound or optical coherence tomography (OCT).

Treatment

Treatment for vitreous hemorrhage depends on the underlying cause and may include laser therapy, vitrectomy (surgical removal of the vitreous humor), or treatment of the underlying condition causing the hemorrhage.

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External links

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