Eye emergencies can result in permanent vision loss if not promptly addressed by an eye doctor. Laba Fashion Optical offers urgent care for work-related injuries, sudden eye irritation, and infections. Symptoms that require immediate medical attention include:

• Sudden decrease or loss of vision
• Sudden double vision
• Eye infections such as conjunctivitis (pink eye)
• Styes (small, painful bumps on the eye from a bacterial infection)
• Sudden flashes and/or floaters
• Foreign bodies or materials stuck in the eyes
• Itchy or irritated eyes, including from ocular allergies
• Cuts or scratches to the cornea
• Concussions
• Chemical exposure
• Blunt force trauma to the eye

While waiting for a professional medical examination, it is crucial to avoid certain actions to prevent further damage:

• Do not press on an injured eye
• Do not rub the eye
• Do not attempt to remove an object or a foreign body that is on or embedded in the eye
• Do not use cotton swabs (Qtips) or tweezers on the eye
• Do not flush the eye with tap water; use saline solution instead

Contact our office immediately for further instructions. New patients may need a full vision exam. No referrals are necessary. For after-hours emergencies, we recommend visiting your local hospital for immediate attention.