We often take our vision for granted, protecting our eyesight with eye exams and protective eyewear is vital for a lifetime of healthy vision.

Lake Nona Eye Care and the American Academy of Ophthalmology (AAO) want to raise awareness of Eye Injury Prevention Month. Though an eye injury may not see serious at first, delaying medical attention can make the situation worse, it can even lead to vision loss or blindness.

The AAO offers these tips to recognize an eye injury.

If you notice any of these signs in yourself or someone else, get medical help right away.
◦ The person has obvious pain or trouble seeing.
◦ The person has a cut or torn eyelid.
◦ One eye does not move as well as the other.
◦ One eye sticks out compared to the other.
◦ The eye has an unusual pupil size or shape.
◦ There is blood in the clear part of the eye.
◦ The person has something in the eye or under the eyelid that can’t be easily removed.

To treat a blow to the eye:
◦ Gently apply a small cold compress to reduce pain and swelling.
◦ DO NOT apply any pressure.
◦ If a black eye, pain or visual disturbance occurs even after a light blow, immediately contact your  Eye M.D. or emergency room.
◦ Remember that even a light blow can cause a significant eye injury.

To treat sand or small debris in the eye:
◦ Use eyewash to flush the eye out.
◦ DO NOT rub the eye.
◦ If the debris doesn’t come out, lightly bandage the eye and see an ophthalmologist or visit the nearest emergency room.

Taking care of our vision should be high on the priority list!

If you or a family member have not had a comprehensive eye exam in a while, it may be time to schedule an appointment with Lake Nona Eye Care.

Our focus is your vision. We are proud to provide quality eye care to Lake Nona, Lee Vista, East Orlando, Saint Cloud and Kissimmee areas. We welcome you to stop in and visit our newest office in the Eagle Creek Publix Plaza!

Contact Lake Nona Eye Care today for an appointment.