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Physical or chemical injuries of the eye can be a serious threat to vision if not treated appropriately and in a timely fashion. The most obvious presentation of eye injuries is redness and pain of the affected eyes. However, tiny metallic projectiles may cause neither symptom. Intraocular foreign bodies do not cause pain because of the lack of nerve endings in the vitreous humour and retina that can transmit pain sensations. As such, general or emergency room doctors should refer cases involving the posterior segment of the eye or intraocular foreign bodies to an ophthalmologist.
Flying pieces of wood, metal, glass, stone and other material are notorious for causing much of the eye trauma. Sporting balls such as a cricket ball, lawn tennis ball, squash ball, and other high speed flying objects can strike the eye. Road traffic accidents with head and facial trauma may also result in eye injuries ranging from lacerations or debris embedded in tissues, to orbital fractures, hematoma, and other severe injuries. Other causes of intraocular trauma may arise from workplace tools or even common household implements.
If you’ve been referred to an ophthalmologist due to a recent eye injury, schedule an appointment right away–or seek emergency treatment if symptoms worsen. Ideally, ointment would not be used when referring to an ophthalmologist, since it diminishes the ability to carry out a thorough eye examination.
Contact Florida Eye Associates at 321-727-2020 to schedule an eye examination at one of our convenient offices throughout Brevard.
Our main office 502 East New Haven ave in downtown Melbourne is temporarily closed due to renovations. Our other four locations and ambulatory surgery center are open. Saturday appointments are at our 509 east new haven office in downtown Melbourne. If you have an appointment at this location our staff will contact you to reschedule you as soon as possible.
Our phone number remains 321-727-2020 but with high call volume.
We apologize for the inconvenience!
161 Malabar Road NE
Palm Bay, Florida 32907
Phone: (321) 727-2020
Fax: (321) 726-4061
Hours:
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5510 Murrell Road
Melbourne, Florida 32940
Phone: (321) 727-2020
Fax: (321) 726-4061
Hours:
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2003 N. Atlantic Avenue
Cocoa Beach, Florida 32931
Phone: (321) 727-2020
Fax: (321) 726-4061
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509 East New Haven Avenue
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Phone: (321) 727-2020
Fax: (321) 726-4061
Hours:
8:00 am – 4:30 pm – Monday – Friday
8:00 am – 11:00 am – Saturday
719 E. New Haven Ave.
Melbourne, Florida 32901
Phone: 321-984-4405
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Monday – Friday
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