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Urgent Eye Care When You Need It Most

Your eyes are precious, and when an emergency arises, it’s important to get care right away. At Third Avenue Eyecare, we are here to help with any urgent eye concerns, offering after-hours emergency care.

If you need urgent eye care outside of our regular hours, please visit your nearest emergency room or urgent care center. If you’re unsure whether your situation requires immediate medical attention, use your best judgment and seek professional care as needed.

If you’re dealing with an eye emergency, please don’t hesitate to contact us at 303-772-6140.

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When to Seek Emergency Eye Care

If you experience any of the following issues, it’s important to seek medical attention as soon as possible:

Sudden vision loss
Eye pain
Foreign objects in the eye
Red eyes
Flashes of light
Chemical exposure
Eye trauma
Swelling

Contact us immediately for urgent care if you experience any of these symptoms.

Common Eye Emergencies

Eye emergencies can happen unexpectedly, so it’s important to know how to respond before seeking professional care.

If you’re uncertain whether your symptoms require urgent attention, don’t hesitate to call our emergency number at 303-772-6140. We’re here to guide you and help determine the best course of action. If we’re not available, it’s always safest to visit the nearest emergency room or urgent care center.

Here are some common issues and the best steps to take when they occur.

Sudden flashes of light or a noticeable increase in floaters can be more than just a temporary annoyance—they could indicate a serious eye condition, such as retinal detachment. These visual disturbances may signal that the retina is at risk of being pulled away from the back of the eye, which can lead to permanent vision loss.

If you experience any sudden changes in your vision, it’s essential to seek immediate attention from an eye care professional.

Exposure to chemicals, whether from cleaning products, cosmetics, or household items, can be harmful to the delicate tissues of the eye. Even a small amount of chemical exposure can cause irritation, burns, or long-term damage if not treated promptly.

If you come into contact with harmful chemicals, flush your eye with water immediately and seek medical attention, especially if irritation persists or worsens.

If something gets into your eye, such as dirt, metal, glass, or even an insect, it can cause pain, discomfort, and potential injury. Foreign objects can scratch the cornea or become embedded in the eye, leading to infection or further damage.

It’s important not to rub your eye, as this could worsen the situation. Instead, seek prompt medical care to safely remove the object and ensure your eye is free from injury or infection.

Corneal abrasions are scratches or injuries to the surface of the eye. Even a small scratch can cause significant discomfort, including pain, redness, watering, and blurred vision. Left untreated, corneal abrasions can increase the risk of infection, leading to more severe damage.

Prevention Is Key: Protect Your Eyes

While many eye injuries are unavoidable, there are steps you can take to reduce the risk:

Wear protective eyewear when working with tools or in hazardous environments.
Use safety goggles for sports or physical activities.
Practice eye safety with children, keeping sharp objects out of reach, and using child-safe cleaning products.
Keep chemicals and cleaning supplies away from the eyes, and make sure to wear proper protection when using them.

Contact Us for Urgent Eye Care

If you’re dealing with an eye emergency, don’t wait. Contact us immediately at 303-772-6140. Whether you’re dealing with a foreign object, chemical exposure, or sudden changes in vision, our team is here to provide the care you need.

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