Ophthalmic emergencies in Barranquilla, Colombia

Ophthalmic Emergencies

What is considered an ophthalmic emergency?

An ophthalmic emergency is an eye problem that may threaten vision or cause damage to the eye if it is not treated promptly. Examples include sudden vision loss, severe eye pain, eye injuries, trauma, chemical burns, foreign objects, sudden double vision, flashes of light with a sudden increase in floaters, or a curtain-like shadow across the field of vision.

Where should you take someone with an eye emergency?

When a problem may affect vision, it is recommended to go as soon as possible to an emergency department with ophthalmology services or a hospital that can provide specialized eye evaluation. In serious cases, especially after an eye injury, chemical exposure, or sudden vision loss, do not wait for the symptoms to improve on their own.

What should you do while waiting for medical care?

Do not rub or put pressure on the eye. If a chemical substance enters the eye, immediately rinse it with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention. If an object is embedded in the eye, do not try to remove it. After significant trauma or when there is vision loss, severe pain, or an eye wound, seek emergency care immediately.

Find Ophthalmic Emergency Specialists

At MedicosDoc, you can find ophthalmologists and specialized services for the evaluation and treatment of ophthalmic emergencies, learn about their experience, and explore available options for eye problems requiring immediate medical attention.