Eye Emergencies in Battle Ground

Eye Emergencies in Battle Ground

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 Battle Ground Vision Center for emergency eye care.

Our Battle Ground 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 Battle Ground 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 Battle Ground as soon as possible.

Patient Reviews
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- Nov. 15, 2024
polite and professional, thank you
- Feb. 13, 2024
DeMisha clearly loves what she does and cares about her customers.
- Aug. 05, 2023
I called late on a Friday afternoon, they said walk-ins are welcome. They accepted my daughter’s i... nsurance and worked with us to find a style of glasses that would fit her needs. The ladies explained the process of picking out glass to fit a certain way and why. It was an amazing experience.
- Apr. 29, 2023
Helped in every way.
- Apr. 10, 2023
I did not have my eye exam here, but I did purchase my glasses here because of DeMeishah. She helpe... d me in the past with picking out glasses at another location and I was so impressed with her that when the time came I needed another pair of glasses and was able to find out that she now is working here, I followed her. She knows her stuff. She's very knowledgable about glass frames and lenses, is very patient, sweet, great personality and honest. She will be honest with what does/does not look good on you and what will or will not work well for your prescription. It's important to her that you like how you look in your new glasses and that they are comfortable. She will not steer you in the wrong direction. Once I chose my frames and lens the turnaround time was not long.
- Mar. 13, 2023
This clinic has state of the art equipment. This was the best exam I have ever experienced. From s... tart to finish a great experience. I highly recommend.
- Jul. 18, 2022
Amazing service and knowledge staff. Thanks for the great experience!
- Mar. 16, 2022
Quick appointment. No delay seeing the doctor. Staff was very friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable... regarding my specific needs.
- Jan. 18, 2022
First time was a charm the staff are second to none, friendly professional and very willing to get m... y eye site back to normal the doctor was amazing highly recommended this place of business..
- Dec. 09, 2021
Super happy with this little gem of a shop. Friendly staff, efficient, helpful and they use high te... ch stuff so...no eye dilation!!! Plus, I found cute frames. Very happy with my experience.
- Jun. 02, 2021
Great people and great service...especially Tony. Thank you for the efforts to meet or exceed your ... customer's needs.
- Nov. 16, 2020
Have been going here for years, the staff are extra pleasant and professional. I've always had a go... od experience. Highly recommend this vision center.
- Jul. 22, 2020
I love them. They're friendly, professional, and good at what they do.
- Jun. 20, 2019
We love Battle Ground Vision! As a family that uses glasses and contacts we appreciate their knowled... geable and friendly staff. They’re always willing to help us out and go above and beyond. Plus their selection is amazing!
- Jun. 25, 2018
Very friendly and honest with me.
- Mar. 07, 2018
I originally found BG Vision out of a desire to shop locally and my insurance accepted them. We have... left the area but continue to travel back because the STAFF and Drs. are all together FABULOUS and provide EXCELLENT service...and the selection of frames has always had "the" one. Too bad I can only give 5 stars...
- Jun. 28, 2017
Nice friendly staff, and Doctor. Seemed knowledgeable and helpful at everything to do with my eyes a... nd vision. Stayed late to help me learn how to put in and take out my contacts.
- Jan. 11, 2017
So freindly been goin since i was a kid always got me super complicated prescription right

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Urgent Eye Care in Battle Ground

Our optometry practice in Battle Ground

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Hours
  • Monday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday 9:00 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Friday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed
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  • Adventist Health
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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting Battle Ground Vision Center in Battle Ground without delay!

(360) 687-5123