In some mild cases, no treatment is required, and the blood is absorbed within a few days. Bed rest, eye patching, and sedation to minimize activity and reduce the likelihood of recurrent bleeding are often prescribed. Eye drops to decrease the inflammation or lower the intraocular pressure may be used if needed.
Removal of the blood by an ophthalmologist may be necessary, especially if the intraocular pressure is severely increased or the blood is slow to resorb. Hospitalization may be required.
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