Emergency Eye Care in Toronto

Chemical burns or injuries to the eyes occur when products or cleaners containing chemical ingredients get into the eye. This can often happen during household cleaning or gardening.

Chemicals in the eye can cause damage if not treated and a doctor can make sure the chemical is washed out of the eye properly.

Retinal detachment can occur when the retina becomes separated from the blood vessels it is attached to, causing vision irregularities and even vision loss if untreated. High myopia can increase the risk of developing issues like retinal detachments, so consistent eye exams are essential.

Symptoms of retinal detachment include floaters, blurry vision, and flashes of light. Our doctors can detect detachment through an exam and provide treatment to help prevent complications.

Floaters, or spots in your vision, can occur when small particles get trapped in the clear fluid of your eye. This can also occur when the fluid in your eye breaks down with age. These transparent spots vary in shape and size and can be detected by a doctor during an eye exam.

A foreign object in your eye refers to any object in your eye causing redness, pain, or pressure. Common foreign objects can include dust, dirt, metal, glass, or sand. If the object is difficult to remove or wash out, or symptoms continue, we can provide emergency treatment to help.

Scratches to the surface of the cornea, or corneal abrasions, usually occur when foreign or sharp objects get into the eye and cause abrasions. Corneal abrasions can cause a gritty feeling in the eye, pain, blurry vision, redness, and headaches and should be looked at by a doctor so that an infection does not start.

Swollen eyelids can occur when there is a buildup of fluid around the eye and are often combined with inflammation, redness, and soreness. There are many potential causes of swollen eyelids, including infections, allergies, and styes. If the swelling persists or impairs your vision, you should visit an eye doctor.

Double vision, or diplopia, can cause objects you are seeing to appear doubled. This can happen in one or both eyes. Double vision can point to an eye condition or disease that requires medical attention and needs to be examined by a doctor.