Hyphema is a term that is used to describe a situation where blood pools in the anterior chamber ( outer space between the iris and the cornea.
Hyphema is usually treated as an ocular emergency and it occurs mainly as a result of trauma to the eyes..
Signs and symptoms includes pains, headache, blurry vision , increased intraocular pressure.
Treatment involves the use of topical mydriatic drugs, topical and systemic NSAIDs, topical pressure reducing drugs, patient should ensure that they double their pillow when sleeping at night.
