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Eye Emergency Care at ReFocus Eye Health Marlton

When it comes to eye emergencies, prompt attention is crucial. At ReFocus Eye Health Marlton, our team of experienced eye doctors is ready to provide expert care for a wide range of urgent eye conditions. We serve patients in Marlton and the surrounding cities including Evesham, Voorhees, and Mount Laurel. If you’re experiencing an eye emergency, call us immediately at 856-846-6967 for guidance.

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Our Eye Emergency Services

At ReFocus Eye Health Marlton, we understand that eye emergencies can be frightening and confusing. Our comprehensive range of services is designed to address a wide variety of urgent eye conditions. While all eye emergencies require prompt attention, some are more common than others. Below, we’ve categorized various eye emergencies and highlighted those we encounter most frequently. Remember, regardless of the type of eye emergency you’re experiencing, it’s crucial to seek professional care as soon as possible.

Trauma and Injuries

Injuries to the eye or surrounding areas require immediate attention. This category includes:

  • Corneal Abrasion
  • Corneal Laceration
  • Cut or laceration on your eyelid
  • Eye Injuries at home
  • Eye Injuries at work
  • Foreign Objects in the eye
  • Orbital blowout fractures
  • Penetrating Eye Injury
  • Ruptured globe or open globe injury
  • Traumatic hyphema, or blood in the anterior chamber
  • Traumatic Macular Hole (TMH)

Did you know that corneal abrasions and foreign objects in the eye are among the most common eye injuries we treat? These can happen easily, whether you're doing yard work or playing sports. Remember, even seemingly minor injuries can be serious, so don't hesitate to reach out if you've experienced any eye trauma.

Trauma and Injuries

Injuries to the eye or surrounding areas require immediate attention. This category includes:

  • Flashing Light
  • Floaters
  • Sudden Double Vision
  • Sudden Light Sensitivity
  • Sudden Loss of Vision
  • Sudden vision changes
  • Pupils that Differ in Size
  • Protruding Eyes
  • Sudden loss of eye movement control

Many patients come to us concerned about floaters or flashing lights in their vision. While these can be harmless, they can also indicate more serious conditions. It's always better to be safe and have these symptoms checked out promptly.

Infections and Inflammations

Eye infections and inflammations can cause discomfort and potentially serious complications if left untreated. This category includes:

  • Pink Eye
  • Eye Infections
  • Stye & chalazion
  • Toxic conjunctivitis
  • Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis
  • Noninfectious keratitis
  • Corneal Ulcer
  • Orbital cellulitis
  • Scleritis
  • Corneal microbial keratitis
  • Hypopyon (pus in the anterior chamber)
  • Acute Allergic Conjunctivitis

Pink eye, styes, and chalazions are some of the most common eye issues we see. While they might seem minor, these conditions can be quite uncomfortable and may lead to more serious problems if not treated properly. We're here to provide relief and prevent complications.

Chemical and Thermal Injuries

Exposure to harmful substances or extreme temperatures can cause severe damage to the eyes. This category includes:

  • Chemical Injuries-Acids
  • Chemical Injuries-Alkaline
  • Chemical eye irritation
  • Eye Burns (thermal burns)
  • Eyelid Burns
  • Photokeratitis

Chemical eye irritations are surprisingly common, often resulting from everyday household products. If you've had any substance splash into your eye, it's important to rinse it thoroughly and seek professional care immediately. We're equipped to handle these emergencies and minimize potential damage.

Retinal Conditions

Retinal emergencies can lead to vision loss if not treated promptly. This category includes:

  • Retinal Detachment
  • Central retinal artery occlusion (CRAO)
  • Flashing Light (related to retina conditions)
  • Floaters (related to retina conditions)
  • Sudden vision changes (related to retina conditions)
  • Acute Macular Degeneration (sudden vision loss)
  • Retinal Vein Occlusion
  • Vitreous Hemorrhage

Retinal detachments and sudden vision changes related to retinal conditions are serious emergencies that we treat frequently. If you experience any sudden changes in your vision, especially if accompanied by flashes of light or a sudden increase in floaters, please contact us immediately. Quick action can often save your vision.

Glaucoma Emergencies

Acute glaucoma can cause severe pain and rapid vision loss. This category includes:

  • Acute angle-closure glaucoma

While acute angle-closure glaucoma is relatively rare, it's a true eye emergency that requires immediate treatment. If you experience sudden eye pain, headache, and nausea, especially if accompanied by blurred vision and halos around lights, don't wait - call us right away.

Neurological Eye Emergencies

Some eye emergencies are related to neurological conditions. This category includes:

  • Bell's Palsy
  • Ischemic optic neuropathy
  • Acute third nerve palsy
  • Abducens (sixth cranial) nerve palsy
  • Fourth cranial nerve palsies
  • Optic neuritis (inflammation of the optic nerve)
  • Sudden Eyelid Drooping

Bell's Palsy and sudden eyelid drooping are among the more common neurological eye emergencies we encounter. These conditions can be alarming, but our team is experienced in diagnosing and managing them effectively.

Uveitis and Related Conditions

Uveitis is a group of inflammatory diseases that can cause severe eye pain and vision problems. This category includes:

  • Syphilitic Uveitis
  • Anterior Uveitis
  • Posterior Uveitis (choroiditis)
  • Panuveitis (Diffuse Uveitis)
  • Intermediate uveitis (IU)
  • Drug Induced Uveitis
  • Sympathetic Ophthalmia

Anterior uveitis is the most common form of uveitis we treat in emergency situations. If you're experiencing eye pain, redness, and sensitivity to light, it's important to get checked out promptly. Early treatment can prevent complications and protect your vision.

Viral Eye Conditions

Certain viral infections can cause serious eye problems. This category includes:

  • Herpes Simplex Keratitis
  • Herpes zoster ophthalmicus

While these viral eye conditions are relatively rare, they require immediate attention when they occur. If you have a history of cold sores or shingles and develop eye symptoms, it's crucial to seek care right away.

Other Urgent Eye Conditions

Some eye emergencies don't fit neatly into other categories, but they're just as important. This category includes:

  • Nausea, vomiting, or headache that occur with eye pain
  • Ocular Bee or Wasp Stings
  • Conjunctival Papilloma
  • Subconjunctival hemorrhage
  • Unexplained eye pain
  • Eye Swelling
  • Endophthalmitis
  • Inflammation of the iris due to trauma (Traumatic iritis)
  • Blockage or infection of tear duct (dacryocystitis)
  • Dislocated Intraocular Lens
  • Fireworks and Shrapnel Eye Injuries
  • Firearm Ocular Injury

Subconjunctival hemorrhage, which looks alarming but is often harmless, and unexplained eye pain are conditions we see quite frequently. Remember, any persistent eye pain or sudden changes in your vision warrant a check-up. We're here to put your mind at ease and provide treatment when needed.

OUR SERVICES

Why Choose ReFocus Eye Health Marlton for Your Eye Emergency?

At ReFocus Eye Health Marlton, our team of experienced eye doctors, including Dr. Sophie Lin, Dr. Mark Andrew, Dr. Paul Johnson, Dr. Harry Grossman, Dr. Debra Malley, Dr. Charles Glass, and Dr. Leanne Heuer, brings a wealth of expertise to every eye emergency. Our state-of-the-art facility is equipped with advanced technology to diagnose and treat a wide range of eye conditions.

We understand that eye emergencies can be frightening, which is why we prioritize prompt, compassionate care. Our team is available to provide guidance and treatment when you need it most.

Located in Marlton, we serve patients from the surrounding areas including Evesham, Voorhees, and Mount Laurel. Our commitment to exceptional eye care, combined with our advanced technology and expertise in handling eye emergencies, makes ReFocus Marlton your trusted partner in preserving and protecting your vision.

Remember, when it comes to eye emergencies, every moment counts. Contact ReFocus Marlton at 856-846-6967 for immediate assistance and expert care. Your vision is our priority.

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For urgent eye issues or emergencies, Refocus Eye Health strongly recommends calling a location nearest to you. Emergency eye care may constitute any of the following: 1. vision loss; 2. different size pupils; 3. double vision; 4. bleeding from the eye; 5. Swelling; 6. eye pain that doesn't lessen on its own; and/ or 7. eye pain accompanied by a headache. If you experience any of the following issues above, we recommend that you seek immediate medical attention.

For after-hour eye emergencies, please visit your local ER or Urgent Care Center, or dial 911.

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