The Clinic to Contact for Eye Emergencies in Red Deer and Sylvan Lake
Doctors EyeCare is well-equipped to deal with eye emergencies. An eye emergency may occur when a foreign item or dangerous substance enters your eye or when an injury occurs in or near your eye. Our optometrists frequently see the following types of eye emergencies:
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Eye infections
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Corneal abrasions
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Chemical burns
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Foreign bodies
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Sports-related injuries
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Allergic or adverse reactions to contact lenses
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Eyelid lumps
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Corneal ulcers
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Glaucoma
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Inflammatory disease
Are you unsure whether your situation is urgent? Then it’s time to contact us. Our knowledgeable optometric assistants will examine your issue and address you appropriately.
When to See Your Eye Doctor
If you or a family member is experiencing any of the following symptoms, please consult our optometrist:
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Flashes and floaters
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Sudden loss of vision
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Embedded foreign particles or other injuries
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Eye pain and redness
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Discharge and swelling
If you have any of these or other odd symptoms, please visit our office.
Eye Emergency Advice from Our Optometrists
When an eye emergency occurs, you should always seek expert assistance. Make sure you do not do any of the following before calling our optometrist:
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Apply any kind of pressure on your eye.
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Try to remove any foreign items using tweezers or other instruments.
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Apply eye medicines or ointments.
If you have anything trapped in your eye, try blinking and flushing it with cold water. Wash your hands before touching your eye and attempting to delicately remove the particle; if it's a large item, leave it alone and seek emergency medical attention.