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URGENT CARE
There are eye conditions that can cause profound and irreversible visual loss, and potentially, blindness.
Timely treatment improves your chances of conserving your vision and avoiding irreversible complications.
When in doubt, specialized ophthalmology care should be sought.
You can schedule your appointment via WhatsApp.
In Cases of Emergency
An eye emergency exists when vision loss or permanent damage to the eye is imminent. If there is a life threatening condition, 112 should be called in Colombia, or the patient should immediately go to the nearest hospital emergency room.
Signs and symptoms of an eye emergency which should be evaluated promptly include:
- Sudden loss or distortion of vision
- Sudden development of double vision
- Onset of flashing lights or floaters
- Any ocular trauma that causes persistent redness and pain, loss of vision or involves a chemical exposure
Conditions Requiring Evaluation within a Day or Two
- Redness and/or discharge of the eyes
- Blisters or lumps on the eyes
- Pain in the eyes
- Headaches
- Foreign body sensation
OPHTHALMOLOGY
RETINA & VITREOUS
SPECIALIZED CARE
+57 317-770-0000 (Office)
INSTITUTO OFTALMOLÓGICO DE CALDAS
Calle 54, 23-140
Manizales, 170004 , CO
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