Eye pain, sudden redness, light sensitivity, discharge, a feeling that something is stuck in your eye, or a noticeable change in vision should not be ignored. If you wear contact lenses, remove them and call us. Waiting for symptoms to settle on their own can sometimes allow a problem to become more serious.
Some situations need emergency services right away. For chemical splashes, penetrating injuries, severe trauma, or sudden loss of vision with other stroke-like symptoms such as weakness or difficulty speaking, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department. For a chemical splash, rinse the eye with clean water while help is arranged.