Seek emergency care if you believe your eyesight is in jeopardy, if you are in severe pain, or if you have any of the following symptoms:
The Nelivigi Eye Emergency Department has seen many types of serious eye injuries and conditions, such as:
It is important that if you have a severe eye problem, do not try to drive yourself anywhere. If you need to go to the hospital, have a family member or friend come with you, or if necessary, call for an ambulance or take a cab. Even if you can see well enough to drive to the hospital, the emergency department physician may use drops that affect your vision and which will prevent you from driving home from the hospital.