Eye problems can develop suddenly, and some symptoms should not wait for a routine eye exam. At Optica Optometry, we provide urgent eye care for patients experiencing unexpected eye discomfort, redness, irritation, injuries, or changes in vision. With offices in South San Francisco and
Millbrae, our optometrists can evaluate concerning symptoms and determine the appropriate next steps to protect your eye health and vision.

We welcome patients from San Francisco, Daly City, South San Francisco, San Bruno, Millbrae, Burlingame, Hillsborough, San Mateo, Foster City, Belmont, and San Carlos who need prompt professional attention for an eye concern.

When to Seek Urgent Eye Care

Some eye symptoms may seem minor at first but can indicate an infection, injury, inflammation, or another condition that requires timely evaluation. Contact our eye doctors promptly if you experience:

Sudden or significant changes in vision
New flashes of light or a sudden increase in floaters
Eye redness with pain or sensitivity to light
Persistent eye pain or discomfort
A scratched eye or possible foreign object
Swelling around the eye or eyelids
Eye discharge or signs of an infection
Contact lens-related redness, pain, or irritation

Our urgent eye care services in South San Francisco and Millbrae allow us to examine the eye closely and identify what may be causing your symptoms.

Evaluating Eye Injuries and Sudden Symptoms

During an urgent eye care visit, our eye doctors will ask about your symptoms, when they began, and whether you experienced an injury or exposure to an irritant. We can carefully evaluate the front and back of the eye as needed using advanced diagnostic technology available in our practice.

Depending on the condition, treatment may involve medication, eye drops, removal of a superficial foreign object when appropriate, or recommendations for additional medical care. If your condition requires treatment beyond what can be provided in our office, we can help determine the appropriate next step.

Flashes, Floaters, and Sudden Vision Changes

A few occasional floaters can be common, but a sudden increase in floaters, flashes of light, a shadow in your vision, or a curtain-like loss of vision can be associated with a retinal problem. These symptoms should be evaluated without delay.

Patients throughout San Mateo County and the surrounding Peninsula communities, including Burlingame, Hillsborough, Foster City, Belmont, and San Carlos, should not ignore sudden changes in vision.

Know When Emergency Medical Care Is Necessary

Certain eye injuries require immediate emergency medical attention. Severe eye trauma, significant chemical exposure, penetrating injuries, or sudden major vision loss may require care at an emergency department rather than waiting for an office visit. If you are unsure where to seek care, contact our team so we can help guide you based on your symptoms.

If you are experiencing sudden eye pain, redness, irritation, an eye injury, or an unexpected change in vision, contact Optica Optometry for urgent eye care at one of our convenient Peninsula locations.

Optica Optometry - South San Francisco
988 El Camino Real, Suite 5
South San Francisco, CA 94080
Phone: (650) 866-4641

Optica Optometry - Millbrae
199 Taylor Boulevard
Millbrae, CA 94030
Phone: (650) 826-2020