For any eye problem your first port of call should be an optometrist. An optometrist is the best person to assess urgent eye problems, check for eye disorders and treat eye conditions. They have the professional training and necessary equipment to assess most eye problems and will refer you to see a specialist when necessary. This service can be used for any concerns you may have within the health of your eyes including (but not limited to):

• Red eye(s)
• Eye infections
• Other disturbance of eyesight
• Something in your eye
• Scratched eye(s)
• Cataracts
• Sore eye(s)
• Deterioration of eyesight

To find an optician near you visit:

www.nhsinform.scot/scotlands-service-directory/opticians