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How long does it take for a blood clot in the eye to go away?

I noticed a blood clot in my eye. How long does it take for a blood clot in the eye to go away?

2 Answers

Blood clot in the eye is called hyphema. Usually it takes 3-4 weeks to go away.
It depends on where in the eye the blood is located. A conjunctival hemorrhage may take a week or two while a vitreous hemorrhage may take many months.