Emergency Eye Visits

Whether you have a severe eye infection or sustained serious eye trauma and are experiencing vision loss or other severe symptoms, Normandy Optical is here for you, Monday-Sunday and after hours.
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Eye injuries can worsen in a matter of minutes. When you need prompt, reliable emergency eye care services, don't delay —schedule an emergency eye exam with our Metro-Detroit eye doctors for immediate assistance.

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When to Come in for Emergency Eye Treatment

Even if you think an eye injury or infection is minor, you should still book an eye exam. The sooner that infection or injury is detected, the better the chance of a seamless recovery.
If you’re experiencing any of the following symptoms, you need to schedule an emergency exam right away:

• Foreign materials stuck in the eye
  
• Sudden loss of vision or change in vision (double vision) in one or both eyes
  
• Flashes of light or "floaters" in the vision
  
• Extremely red, painful, or irritated eyes
  
• Eye burning or stinging
  
• Discharge from the eye
  
• Lost or broken contact lenses or eyeglasses
  

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What You Should Avoid Before Getting Emergency Eye Care

Most moderate to mild eye injuries can be treated by our eye doctors if detected early, but some severe eye conditions, such as those involving blood, severe swelling, and other serious complications may require treatment at an emergency room or urgent care center. Your eye doctor can give you further instruction on treatment, but until speaking with a professional, it’s crucial to avoid the following:​

1. Avoid rubbing and putting pressure on the injured eye or area
   
2. Do not, under any circumstances, try to remove a foreign body from your eye before seeking professional treatment, as you could scratch your cornea or worsen the injury
   
3. Avoid using ointments, medication, or eye drops to flush or alleviate pain - until you can see an eye care specialist, only flush the area with cool water as necessary
   
4. If your eye is irritated or infected, avoid wearing contacts as it could further irritate the eye
   

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Contact Our Metro-Detroit Emergency Eye Doctors Today!

Minor eye injuries, such as slight redness or irritation, can often be treated at home, but serious eye injuries should be handled by an emergency eye care specialist. Don't compromise your vision - contact Normandy Optical, day or night, if you need emergency eye care treatment in the Metro-Detroit area!

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​Since 1949, Normandy Optical has been serving the Metro-Detroit area by providing best-quality eye care that can only come from the best opticians, optometrists and other eye care professionals.

We have five strategic locations across the metropolis, including Rochester Hills, Shelby Township, St. Clair Shores, Sterling Heights, and West Bloomfield. Contact us now to schedule an eye exam!