Physical Trauma
Physical trauma is any impact or physical force inflicted on the eye or eye area. You may experience a black eye, or you may have other symptoms like swelling or even bleeding.
First Aid
Place a cold compress over the area and contact a medical professional.
Chemical Exposure
Chemical exposure is when your eyes come into contact with chemicals like bleach, vinegar, or battery acid.
First Aid
Immediately flush your eyes with cool, clean water for 15 minutes and seek emergency medical attention.
Rips, Tears, & Punctures
Rips, tears, and punctures are severe emergencies and require medical attention.
First Aid
Apply an eye shield to protect the eye area and seek immediate medical attention.
For rip, tear, or puncture wounds to the eye, we recommend visiting an emergency room.
Foreign Object in the Eye
Foreign objects could include dust, dirt, metal, wood, or any particle that can become lodged in your eye.
First Aid
Please do not rub your eyes. Instead, try blinking to help move it from your eye, or flush your eyes with cool, clean water. If you’re finding no relief or if your symptoms are worsening, please seek medical attention.
Eye Disease Emergency
Eye diseases like wet AMD and closed-angle glaucoma can cause eye pain, redness, flashes, floaters, or sudden vision loss.
First Aid
Please seek immediate emergency assistance.
