Immediate Care for Eye Emergencies in Pendleton
Should you ever face an unexpected eye problem, our emergency eye doctors are here to provide effective treatment. Trained in the latest urgent care protocols, they are skilled in handling a variety of eye concerns that can disrupt your comfort, vision, and quality of life.
We Serve Umatilla County's Emergency Eye Care Needs
Eye emergencies can occur anytime and range from mild irritations to severe threats that could permanently damage vision. Common symptoms of an eye emergency include:
- Significant eye pain
- Cuts or tears on the eyelid
- Sudden onset of floaters or flashes of light
- Unexpected vision loss or changes
- Obvious signs of infection such as redness, pus, or severe watering
Eye Emergencies We Treat at Vision Pendleton
A team of experienced optometrists ready to provide critical care staff at our vision clinic. We offer a range of emergency services, including:
Infection Treatment: We provide immediate intervention for infections like pink eye to ease symptoms. We address immediate symptoms and investigate underlying causes for individuals dealing with recurrent eye infections.
Eye Allergy Relief: We offer immediate care for eye allergies, addressing symptoms like redness, itching, and irritation to provide immediate relief and prevent further discomfort.
Retinal Emergency Care: Fast action on issues like retinal tears and detachments that can lead to lasting vision loss. This includes care designed to stabilize the situation and prevent progression to multiple retinal detachments, such as the latest surgical techniques and treatments.
Other Types of Emergencies: We also treat eye injuries caused by physical trauma, rapidly manage sudden glaucoma attacks to relieve eye pressure and preserve vision, and quickly and safely remove objects that are stuck in the eye.
Stay Calm, Stay Prepared: Expert Advice for Handling Eye Emergencies
In the event of an eye emergency, keep the following top tips and strategies in mind:
1. Keep Important Contact Information Handy: Always have emergency contact information readily accessible.
2. Basic First Aid Knowledge: Knowing simple steps such as avoiding over-the-counter eye drops, not rubbing your eye, and using a cold compress for certain eye injuries can make a difference while you seek help.
3. Emergency Kit: Maintain an eye emergency kit that includes sterile saline solution, clean cloths or gauze, and a rigid eye shield to protect the eye from pressure or further injury.
4. Transportation Plan: If you are unable to drive yourself, have a plan for getting to the eye care provider or emergency room.
5. Insurance Information: Keep your medical or vision insurance information up-to-date and easily accessible to avoid unnecessary wait time at our eye clinic.
6. Regular Check-Ups: Eye exams not only help keep your vision in check but also mean you have a current relationship with a center familiar with your medical history, which can be crucial in an emergency.
