A viewer says they had a broken vein in their eye when they woke up one morning, they want to know if it will resolve on its own. Dr. Lacey Anderson says, it may look scary, but it’s nothing to fear.

Retinal vascular occlusion (RVO) occurs when small veins in the back of the eye become blocked, and blood cannot flow through them. The condition can affect vision but does not cause total blindness.

A burst blood vessel in your eye likely will go away on its own. Discover how one occurs, its causes, symptoms, and when to seek medical help.

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