Eye Emergencies in Northeast Colorado Springs

Eye Emergencies in Northeast Colorado Springs

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 ABBA Eye Care - Nevada for emergency eye care.

Our Northeast Colorado Springs 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!


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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


Urgent Eye Care in Northeast Colorado Springs

Our optometry practice in Northeast Colorado Springs

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Hours
  • Monday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Tuesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Wednesday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Thursday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Friday 8:30 am - 6:00 pm
  • Saturday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
  • Sunday Closed
  • Dec. 25 Closed
Insurance Plans
  • VSP
  • Medicare
  • United Healthcare
  • Aetna
  • Spectera
  • Medicaid
  • Anthem
  • Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • EyeMed
  • MetLife
Patient Reviews
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- Dec. 05, 2023
Bree and Jodi are wonderful and wise and I am so grateful for the service they provide.
- Nov. 22, 2023
I’m from out of State & needed to get a rubber nose pad for my sunglasses. Rodney at the front des... k immediately helped & repaired my glasses! Such a great friendly young man, and very professional! Thank you for being open the day before Thanksgiving!
- Nov. 22, 2023
I had a very pleasant experience here. Demitri, a respectful, well-versed young woman, very pleasant... in demeanor, checked me in. During the exam, Dr. O was very gracious to answer my questions comprehensively. He further explained information relevant to my circumstances. Which was helpful to me. Finally, I ended my visit with Rodney, an upbeat, cool cat with groovy glasses. He straightened my sunglasses, and cleaned them for me. I didn't even buy them there! A very likable guy. Without reservation I recommend this business.
- Nov. 18, 2023
Great customer service and eye care. Examination is thorough with the correct prescription. Anothe... r benefit is the optical camera, no more pupil dilatation or eye irritation .
- Nov. 16, 2023
Happy to serve customer service and and very knowledge.
- Oct. 05, 2023
Took time with my son who is special needs and made him feel comfortable
- Sep. 29, 2023
They are so professional and kind. I had made a mistake by booking my appointment a little earlier i... n the year than my insurance allowed - but Brie was kindly able to get me some sample contact lenses to get me through AND she texted me to remind me when the correct time came around to order. I chose this practice kind of randomly and I’m so glad I did!
- Sep. 23, 2023
Excellent service and eyewear which includes lenses. Wondered about the warranty though. Manufacture... r of lenses and frames already offer a year warranty so what exactly are you paying for?
- Sep. 07, 2023
The staff was very well knowledgeable, and very friendly from walking into the door to finally meet ... the Doctor.
- Aug. 22, 2023
Great location. The staff is very easy to work with.
- Aug. 14, 2023
We always get good care here. They explain our insurance very well and are up front about all of the... costs. I started coming here after my regular eye doctor refused to give me my prescription, forced me to order contacts through him, and then only gave me six months’ worth instead of year, claiming that “you can actually wear monthlies for two months.” At first I was wary about going to a walk-in type place, but they actually caught a rare condition with my daughter’s eye during a routine check up.
- Aug. 04, 2023
I didn't feel rush by the staff and felt they were very professorial. It was a relaxing appointment... ; and they answered every question I asked them ( which were numerous ); fully and courteously.
- Jul. 13, 2023
On time, courteous, great customer service. I love my new glasses.
- Jun. 07, 2023
Staff is always great and welcoming. They take time to make sure the kids feel comfortable and don�... �t rush them when picking glasses frames.
- May. 24, 2023
Explained everything in detail down to material coverage. Very happy with staff.
- May. 17, 2023
Patient, kind, helpful, informative.
- May. 08, 2023
The staff is always super friendly and welcoming.
- May. 05, 2023
The staff was so friendly Amen helpful at this location. Highly recommend them ! Thank you all for a... great experience
- May. 02, 2023
Highly recommend! I was visiting from out of town and had an unexpected extended stay. Without havin... g enough contacts on hand, ABBA’s was super friendly, helpful, and quick to help me out with some trial contacts to tie me over with my faxed RX from my hometown eye doctor. So grateful for how accommodating they were!
- Apr. 07, 2023
No pressure, just friendly and efficient service.

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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 Northeast Colorado Springs 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 Northeast Colorado Springs as soon as possible.


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Have an eye emergency?

Protect your vision by contacting ABBA Eye Care - Nevada in Northeast Colorado Springs without delay!

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