Eye Emergencies in Pittsburgh

Eye Emergencies in Pittsburgh

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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 Eyetique - South Hills Village for emergency eye care.

Our Pittsburgh 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!


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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


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Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 06, 2023
I went back to have some adjustments made on my new glasses with ease! They fit comfortably now and ... their service is efficient. Their staff members are very friendly and Nate is a very pleasant person.
- Oct. 27, 2023
20/20 Would highly recommend!
- Sep. 11, 2023
Can’t say enough good things ! I have a difficult prescription (extreme farsightedness) and Dr Sho... rt was very knowledgeable and thorough! The staff is fantastic ! I’ll never leave !
- Sep. 04, 2023
Friendly staff and bigger selection of frames. I love my glasses! Thank you guys ❤️
- Jul. 11, 2023
Great place! Quick appointment, fast turn around of glasses
- Apr. 26, 2023
Dr. Short is amazing and very thorough
- Apr. 12, 2023
Natalie was kind and very helpful with getting my sons rec specs
- Apr. 08, 2023
Best selection and phenomenal service!!
- Mar. 03, 2023
Excellent customer service and choice of frames.
- Feb. 20, 2023
Engaging if you're not busy. Also personable when discussing optical options. Very helpful.
- Feb. 03, 2023
Friendly and fast. Great doctor, thorough, but quick, and very nice.
- Feb. 01, 2023
We had a great experience! The Dr was very knowledgeable and nice and my kids felt comfortable durin... g their visit! Nate was AMAZING and very helpful! I can't say enough good things about him! I will continue to bring my kids here!
- Dec. 19, 2022
The experience at Eyetique was great, but Nate is what made it the absolute best! He helped my daug... hter pick the coolest glasses that she loves and everyone compliments her on! They are not necessarily the cheapest place you'll go to, but the quality and service is outstanding! We were very pleased and received contacts and eyeglasses in a very timely manner which is remarkable in todays times! We will be repeat customers 😊
- Nov. 13, 2022
Jason McCord was super quick, practical, and professional, 5 star service along with Amy Bozic!
- Nov. 08, 2022
The staff were knowledgeable, friendly, and efficient.
- Nov. 02, 2022
Awesome!
- Oct. 30, 2022
Dr McCord diagnosed a retinal tear and he and the staff quickly scheduled me with a retinal speciali... st. My new glasses were ready within a week.
- Oct. 03, 2022
Everybody was friendly.
- Sep. 23, 2022
Thank you so much to the staff at Eyetique, South Hills Village, dealing with new glasses for me is ... such a pain but Natalie made it a great experience and I’m so grateful, I will never shop anywhere else
- Aug. 03, 2022
This business is extremely reputable and has served me very, very well for over many years. Great se... rvice and reasonable prices and an excellent optometrist in the store. Highly recommended.

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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 Pittsburgh 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 Pittsburgh as soon as possible.


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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Eyetique - South Hills Village in Pittsburgh without delay!

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