Subconjunctival Hemorrhage (Bleeding in Eye) Glossary of Terms
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Aspirin: Once the Bayer trademark for acetylsalicylic acid, now the common name for this a... See the entire definition of AspirinBlood in the eye: Medically known as a subconjunctival hemorrhage. A very common cause of ... See the entire definition of Blood in the eyeBlood pressure: The blood pressure is the pressure of the blood within the arteries. It is... See the entire definition of Blood pressureBruise: Injury of the soft tissues that results in breakage of the local capillaries and l... See the entire definition of BruiseConjunctiva: A thin, clear, moist membrane that coats the inner surfaces of the eyelids (p... See the entire definition of ConjunctivaConjunctival: Pertaining to the conjunctiva, the clear moist membrane that covers the inne... See the entire definition of ConjunctivalConjunctivitis: Inflammation of the membrane covering the surface of the eyeball. It can b... See the entire definition of ConjunctivitisEyelid: The lid or cover of the eye, a movable fold of skin and muscle that can be closed ... See the entire definition of EyelidFamily practice: The medical specialty which provides continuing and comprehensive health ... See the entire definition of Family practiceHemorrhage: Bleeding or the abnormal flow of blood. High blood pressure: A repeatedly elevated blood pressure exceeding 140 over 90 mmHg. Chro... See the entire definition of High blood pressureIbuprofen: A nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory drug (NSAID) that is commonly used to treat pa... See the entire definition of IbuprofenInfection: The invasion and multiplication of microorganisms such as bacteria, viruses, an... See the entire definition of InfectionInjury: Harm or hurt. To harm, hurt, or wound. The word injure may be in physical or emot... See the entire definition of InjuryMembrane: A very thin layer of tissue that covers a 'surface. 
Microscope: An optical instrument that augments the power of the eye to see small objects.... See the entire definition of MicroscopeOnset: In medicine, the first appearance of the signs or symptoms of an illness as, for ex... See the entire definition of OnsetOphthalmologist: A physician who practices ophthalmology. Ophthalmology: The art and science of eye ?medicine. Pain: An unpleasant sensation that can range from mild, localized discomfort to agony. Pa... See the entire definition of PainPharmacy: A location where prescription medications are sold. A pharmacy is constantly sup... See the entire definition of PharmacyPinkeye: Also called conjunctivitis. Redness or irritation of the conjunctivae, the membra... See the entire definition of PinkeyeRule out: Term used in medicine, meaning to eliminate or exclude something from considera... See the entire definition of Rule outSclera: The tough white outer coat over the eyeball that covers approximately the posterio... See the entire definition of ScleraSubconjunctival hemorrhage: A very common cause of a painless bloody eye usually first not... See the entire definition of Subconjunctival hemorrhageSurgery: The branch of medicine that employs operations in the treatment of disease or inj... See the entire definition of SurgeryTemple: The area just behind and to the side of the forehead and the eye, above the side o... See the entire definition of TempleTrauma: A physical or emotional injury. Uveitis: Inflammation of the uvea. Uveitis is a serious form of eye inflammation and requi... See the entire definition of Uveitis
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