Not every eye concern can wait for a routine appointment. Illinois Eye Associates provides same-day evaluation and treatment for urgent eye conditions, including infections, injuries, sudden vision changes, and inflammatory conditions. If you are experiencing pain, redness, discharge, flashes of light, new floaters, or a foreign body sensation, our eye doctors are trained to assess and manage the issue appropriately.
Prompt medical evaluations & care
Eye Injuries, Infections & Urgent Eye Care
When Your Eyes Can’t Wait
Same-Day eye Care in Manhattan & Peotone, IL
Manhattan
Illinois Eye Associates
(815) 478-9100
- monday:
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- tuesday:
- 9:00 am - 7:00 pm
- wednesday:
- 1:00 pm - 6:00 pm
- thursday:
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- friday:
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- saturday:
- Closed
- sunday:
- Closed
Peotone
- monday:
- Closed
- tuesday:
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- wednesday:
- 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- thursday:
- 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
- friday:
- 10:00 am - 5:00 pm
- saturday:
- Closed
- sunday:
- Closed
When to Seek Urgent Care
You should contact our office immediately if you experience:
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Sudden vision loss or distortion
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Eye pain or pressure
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Significant redness or discharge
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Light sensitivity
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Flashes of light or new floaters
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Chemical exposure
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Foreign material in the eye
Early treatment can prevent complications and protect your long-term vision.
Common Eye Infections & Inflammation
Ocular Inflammation
Inflammatory conditions such as uveitis or iritis require medical management. These conditions can be associated with systemic health concerns and should not be ignored.
Irritation & Dryness
Persistent irritation, burning, or discharge may indicate infection, inflammation, or surface disease requiring prescription treatment.
Red Eye & Conjunctivitis
Redness may be caused by viral, bacterial, or allergic conjunctivitis. Proper diagnosis is essential to determine the right treatment and prevent the spread when contagious.
Foreign Body Removal & Eye Injuries
Debris from construction, yard work, metal grinding, or everyday accidents can lodge in the eye and cause significant damage if untreated. Our office provides:
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Careful foreign body removal
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Evaluation for corneal abrasions
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Treatment for blunt trauma injuries
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Monitoring for complications after eye injury
If you suspect something is in your eye, do not attempt to remove it yourself—call us immediately.
Medication-Related Eye Monitoring
Some systemic medications can affect ocular health. We provide monitoring for patients taking medications such as:
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Plaquenil (hydroxychloroquine)
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Long-term corticosteroids
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Other drugs known to impact retinal or optic nerve health
Using advanced retinal imaging and functional testing, we help detect early changes and coordinate care with your prescribing physician when needed.
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Urgent Vision Concerns?
Illinois Eye Associates offers urgent eye evaluations during regular office hours at both our Manhattan and Peotone locations. After-hours calls are directed through our established voicemail protocol to ensure appropriate next steps. Call us right away for an evaluation and professional medical care.