Eye Emergencies in Westside

Eye Emergencies in Westside

Foreign objects or stabbing pains in your eye? Don’t wait!

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Experiencing a stab of pain in your eye?

Sudden changes in vision? Images appearing faded, blurry or foggy?

Got chemicals or another foreign object or substance in your eye?

Come visit Eye Center of Houston for emergency eye care.

Our Westside optometrists can help you preserve your vision and eye health.

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We understand that accidents happen.

Our optometrists know exactly what to do to help you through your eye care emergency.

Whether it’s a workplace accident, an at-home incident, or some other emergency requiring immediate attention, we’re here to help you preserve your eye health and sight!


What To Do If You Have an Eye Emergency

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First things first. Don’t panic! Staying calm is the best way to help you think straight and help those around you to remain calm. Often, it’s not necessary to go to an emergency room for eye emergencies. In fact, the vast majority of people who go to the emergency room for eye care could have received treatment from their local optometrist instead.

If you’re unsure whether you’re experiencing an eye emergency, give us a call immediately! Delay may increase the risk of serious complications and may result in vision loss.

Until you see your eye doctor or seek urgent care, avoid the following:

  • Don’t try to remove an embedded object out of your eye
  • If your eye is injured, don't press on it or rub it
  • Dry cotton and sharp instruments such as tweezers should never be used on the eye.

Whether you've had a workplace accident or an at-home incident, our eye doctors are here to help


Eye Emergencies FAQs

What is considered an eye emergency?

Eye emergencies are anything that may cause permanent damage to your eyes or vision without timely intervention from an eye care professional.

The most common types of eye emergencies include:

  • A blow, poke or other trauma to the eye
  • Sudden loss of vision in one or both eyes
  • Chemical spills in the eye
  • Foreign object embedded in the eye
  • Sudden appearance of light flashes or floaters
  • Contact lens lost in the eye
Does an eye infection require urgent care?

Symptoms of an eye infection typically include itching, burning, redness, crusty and watery eyes. See a Westside eye doctor if your symptoms last over 4 days or if you experience intense pain, redness, blurred vision or light sensitivity.

What should I do if a foreign object enters my eye?

Most of the time, a person can easily remove debris from the eye by repeatedly blinking to get the debris out. If that doesn't work, you can wash your eye with saline (sterile salt water) to flush out any dust and dirt from your eye, or use streaming tap water.

However, to scratch your cornea while attempting to get an object out which can cause further site-threatening complications.

So the best thing you can do in this kind of eye emergency is to get to your eye doctor in Westside as soon as possible.


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- Dec. 01, 2024
The office looks really nice. The staff was kind and patient with my special needs son. Even when he... wasn't cooperating, they kept trying. That was greatly appreciated 👏🏾
- Oct. 29, 2024
I have both eyes with detached retinas they did the laser on the left eye in the office this past we... ek and set me up on an appointment for surgery on Monday, stressing the importance because of the real possibility of losing my vision in both eyes ( i was and am scared to death ) and they would have a representative call by Friday with instructions, no call came and i called several times waiting on hold more than 20 minutes each time. I finally reached Karina Sanchez who explained i must have been lost in the system, to say i was furious would be a gross understatement, however she listened to my frustration and assured me she would return my call and do anything possible to correct ( i thought another unreturned phone call ) in less than an hour i had emails and a return call with a Monday appointment time. Not only did she correct the mistake but handled a furious old fellow , that is not easily handled, and i got off feeling as good as possible with surgery coming up. I HOPE THE EYE CENTER TEXAS APPRECIATES WHAT THEY HAVE IN A YOUNG LADY LIKE KARINA
- Sep. 21, 2024
Awesome service 100%
- Sep. 10, 2024
(Translated by Google) Good medical service, they accept Medicaid!! (Original) Buen servicio médic... o, aceptan Medicaid!!
- Sep. 08, 2024
Very welcoming and very good with kids
- Jun. 17, 2024
The services provided was prompt and the staff were respectful and friendly. My doctor was a good li... stener and explained every procedure to me patiently.
- Jun. 14, 2024
Best environment Best staff and employees are so kind and friendly 😊
- Jun. 06, 2024
Love this place. Girls were so helpful and nice. They helped give opinion on glasses. Helped me to t... heir fullest with my insurance. Explained things thoroughly. No complaints. Such a good place. Love this eye care center. Even the guy was nice.
- May. 26, 2024
The Best
- Apr. 19, 2024
Very good atmosphere and doctors love it
- Apr. 15, 2024
(Translated by Google) Very, very good, recommended for all ages. My experience, that of my children... and grandson, was great. (Original) Muy pero muy buena recomendado para todas las edades. Mi experiencia ,la de mis hijos y nieto fue estupenda.
- Mar. 21, 2024
Exceptional service and excellent customer care.
- Mar. 20, 2024
The best place I recommend it to anyone having eyes problems.
- Mar. 12, 2024
Best eye clinic. Dr. Richard is kind and fast and furious to diagnose the problem and answer the que... stions.
- Mar. 03, 2024
I arrived with an appointment and they were really quick , well in general they took me in the next ... day for calling in to get my daughter’s eyes looked at and they treated her amazing! Thank you guys for doing that! Now my daughter can get better with her vision !!
- Feb. 11, 2024
Wait was a bit lengthy but Drs were very thorough 💪🏻
- Feb. 06, 2024
Had a good experience, it was thorough , staff was friendly.
- Jan. 28, 2024
I really like the professionalism that's exhibited Everytime I go or take my kids. I also like the ... immediate promptness upon entering the establishment to first acknowledge me and then assist me. Not to mention the many products they offer to help with whatever issues you're having with your eyes. I would definitely recommend this business to anyone that's looking for a enjoyable and professional eye center.
- Jan. 25, 2024
Excellent place, since the check in through all process we received a professional and kind service ... and glasses were ready super fast, highly recommended. 😀
- Jan. 19, 2024
(Translated by Google) Excellent service and the lenses arrive in less than a week. (Original) Exce... lente servicio y los lentes llegan a menos de la semana.

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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Eye Center of Houston in Westside without delay!

(713) 777-2020