Hyphema refers to blood in the anterior chamber of the eye. The anterior chamber is the front section of the eye's interior where fluid flows in and out, providing nourishment to the eye and surrounding tissues. A hyphema is usually caused by a trauma to the eye.
Blood is seen in the eyeball.
This is a medical emergency and immediate medical care is necessary. Symptoms of hyphema include blood visible in the eye following some type of trauma to the eye. The symptoms of hyphema may resemble other eye conditions or medical problems. Always consult your child's physician for a diagnosis. Diagnosis is usually made after a complete medical history and physical examination of your child's eye.