[Even with good care, we know that eye emergencies can still happen]
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Urgent care includes corneal abrasions, scratches to the surface, foreign objects in the eye, infections, burns/ chemical exposure, and some blunt injuries to the eye or eyelid that does not require surgical intervention.

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Other symptoms that prompt immediate medical attention:

•pain
•redness
•light sensitivity
•swelling in the eye or eyelid
•loss of vision
•black patchiness
•flashes of light

•increase in floaters
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If you have sudden eye conditions and may need in-person assessment, please contact us or refer to the College of Optometrist directory for optometrists in your neighbourhood.