eye bleeds

[Cath278]

I,,have been recently diagnosis with Temporal Arteritis. Prior to the headaches and other associated problems, I had a few "eye bleeds" whre the whites of the eyes were red. Also on the side of the head where I now have the problem. Just wondering if they were connected?

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, FAAO]

You're welcome. Good luck.

JCH IIIMD

[John C Hagan III, MD, FACS, FAAO]

It is important to know a great deal of your health problem. this is a great reference on TA also known as Giant Cell Arteritis.

http://www.emedicine.com/emerg/topic568.htm

The subconjunctival hemorrhages on the outside of the eye are likely not related to TA and are common. If you are on high doses of oral steroids that make a person bruise easier and they might have something to do with it.

JCH III MD

[Cath278]

Thank you for your reply. I went directlly to the site you suggested and found it very useful.I am trying to gather as much imformation as I can about my illness as it keeps you grounded and in control. Again, thanks for your help.cath278