Eye Emergencies in Missouri City

Eye Emergencies in Missouri City

Foreign objects or stabbing pains in your eye? Don’t wait!

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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 Memorial Eye Center – Sienna for emergency eye care.

Our Missouri City 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!


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


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 Missouri City 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 Missouri City as soon as possible.

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- Dec. 11, 2023
I had such a nice experience today! Dr. Lorenzana was great for my exam but the standout was Brittna... e who helped me choose my frames! I was going to leave with nothing until she spent the time & patience to help me try on tons of glasses and give helpful feedback. All staff is super friendly and professional.
- Nov. 15, 2023
Fast, efficient and friendly.
- Oct. 27, 2023
It is always a pleasure going to my eye doctor every year. Dr. Shah is always personable and takes t... ime with her patients unlike most doctors in different fields! Her staff is just as great... they also take time with us and takes care of our needs.
- Oct. 24, 2023
The experience was pleasant!
- Oct. 19, 2023
Dr. Rita Shah is the best with details and very knowledgeable. Very cheerful and pleasure to visit. ... Recommend anytime.
- Oct. 13, 2023
Both the Dr. And office staff were great!
- Oct. 13, 2023
We were in an emergency and needed new glasses as soon as possible. Optician was very knowledgeable ... and helpful and got us squared away quickly!
- Oct. 13, 2023
(Translated by Google) I loved the attention of all the staff, everyone was very friendly and profes... sional. My 6 year old daughter felt very comfortable with her attention. Thank you! I appreciated the attention from all the staff, all very friendly and professional. They comforted my 6 year old daughter to reassure her that everything would be fine. Thank you 😊 she walked out very happy! (Helen) (Original) Me encanto la atencion de todo el personal, muy amables y profecionales todos. Mi hija de 6 años se sintio muy comoda con su atencion. Gracias! I appreciated the attention from all the staff, all very friendly and professional. They comforted my 6 year old daughter to reassure her that everything would be fine. Thank you 😊 she walked out very happy! (Helen)
- Oct. 12, 2023
All went well. Everyone in this office were very friendly and helpful with this visit. Receptionist... s and consultants were very helpful with information about vision adjustments and possibilities of anything that could possibly happen in the far future with my vision. Dr. Melanie Lorenzana O.D. took the time to answer all my questions and concerns about my vision. Dr. Lorenzana made all adjustments to figure out how my vision has progressed from my last eye exams. I will return to check out and purchase frames and lenses later this year. Thankyou for your patience with me and all my concerns about my vision. See you again.
- Oct. 05, 2023
The service was great. The doctor was very patient and did an excellent job at explaining my test re... sults. The staff was courteous and helpful.
- Oct. 05, 2023
Absolutely love this place Brittany was so helpful and so kind she helped me pick out the perfect pa... ir of glasses that fit my face and took the time to help me find what I wanted !!! 100% recommend ask for Brittany!!!
- Sep. 28, 2023
The Doctor Shah is amazing, she tooked her time checking on my visión, and the staff were very cord... ial.
- Sep. 22, 2023
Staff was great! The doctor was professional. The selection of glasses was awesome.
- Sep. 13, 2023
Excellent service and very knowledgeable
- Sep. 08, 2023
Very good experience
- Aug. 25, 2023
Hadn’t been to the optometrist in awhile, so this was long overdue! Wasn’t sure where to go but ... heard several great things about this location. Dr. Rita Shah and her team were nothing short of excellent throughout the entire exam and in explaining everything! I’ve found my new Vision home!!
- Aug. 04, 2023
Awesome service as usual!
- Aug. 03, 2023
My visit with Dr. Shah are always great. She is very thorough and she makes sure you understand what... she is saying. Always kind, loving and concerned for your needs. The staff is very professional, courteous and friendly. I love being a patient at this office.
- Aug. 01, 2023
Very friendly, professional and knowledgeable; it was not a long wait. Options for glasses and what ... my insurance provider allowed was explained and I was able to make an optimal decision!
- Jul. 25, 2023
Staff are very professional and friendly! They were amazing at helping me pick my frames!

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  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Memorial Eye Center – Sienna in Missouri City without delay!

(281) 431-1000