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What Causes A Grey Spot At The Bottom Of The Eye After An Injury?

My 15 year old was hit full on in the right eye by a soccer ball during his comp game today. He says he s seeing a Gray spot at the bottom of his eye that goes away when he looks up, but comes back when he brings his eye back down. Is it normal after this type of hit?
posted on Wed, 5 Oct 2016
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Hello,

I am of the opinion that you need to consult an ophthalmologist as an eye injury should not be taken lightly.

Also, any history of headache, blurred vision, irritation should be ruled out to make sure there is no internal damage.

Grey spot /Red ( could be due to subconjunctival hemorrhage) may occur due to injury to small blood vessels. However, don't worry and keep and ice pack and visit an ophthalmologist for an eye examination.

Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.

Take care

Regards,
Dr Riyanka Chail, General & Family Physician
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What Causes A Grey Spot At The Bottom Of The Eye After An Injury?

Hello, I am of the opinion that you need to consult an ophthalmologist as an eye injury should not be taken lightly. Also, any history of headache, blurred vision, irritation should be ruled out to make sure there is no internal damage. Grey spot /Red ( could be due to subconjunctival hemorrhage) may occur due to injury to small blood vessels. However, don t worry and keep and ice pack and visit an ophthalmologist for an eye examination. Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further. Take care Regards, Dr Riyanka Chail, General & Family Physician