Call 911 or go to the nearest hospital emergency department for severe eye injuries, chemical splashes, anything that has pierced the eye, or sudden loss of vision along with stroke-like symptoms such as facial drooping, weakness, or trouble speaking. These situations should not wait for an optometry appointment.
For a chemical splash, rinse the eye with clean water right away while you arrange emergency care. For other urgent but less severe concerns, such as a scratchy eye, redness with discharge, or something stuck under the lid, call our clinic and we will advise you on what to do next.