Emergency Office Visits

Common Reasons for Emergency Eye Visits

Not sure if your situation is an emergency? If you're experiencing any of the following, it's best to give us a call right away:

• Sudden or severe eye pain

• Foreign object in the eye

• Flashes of light or new floaters

• Redness or swelling

• Sudden loss or change in vision

• Eye trauma or injury

• Chemical exposure

• Infections (such as pink eye)

• Light sensitivity

• Burning, itching, or discharge

Even if your symptoms seem mild, it’s important to have them evaluated by a doctor—some conditions can worsen quickly without treatment.

Conditions We Treat

Our optometrists are trained to manage a wide variety of urgent eye issues, including:

• Corneal abrasions (scratches on the eye)

• Eye infections and styes

• Conjunctivitis (pink eye)

• Contact lens complications

• Iritis or uveitis (inflammation inside the eye)

• Retinal detachment

• Foreign body removal

• Subconjunctival hemorrhage (eye bleeding)

• Dry eye flare-ups

• Acute glaucoma attacks

What to Expect

We’ll examine your eyes promptly and provide the necessary treatment or referral if your condition requires a specialist. Most emergency visits can be managed right here in our office.

Don’t wait or risk your vision—call us immediately if you think you’re having an eye emergency.

Same-Day Emergency Eye Care in Southaven, MS

Southaven Primary Eye Care is here to protect your sight and comfort. We accept most major medical insurances and will do our best to get you in the same day.

Call us now to schedule your emergency eye appointment.

Prompt Care. Clear Answers. Trusted Support.