While the majority of eye infections are not serious, some particular infections can lead to severe complications! One example of an eye infection that is potentially dangerous is orbital cellulitis. With orbital cellulitis, the soft tissues and fat that stabilize the eye within its socket become infected. If left untreated, orbital cellulitis can lead to meningitis or sepsis, which are potentially life-threatening, in addition to permanent vision loss. Similarly, endophthalmitis is a serious infection of the fluids and tissues inside the eyeball that can result in permanent blindness.  Often, the symptoms between a minor eye infection, such as conjunctivitis (pink eye), and more severe conditions like endophthalmitis or orbital cellulitis are indistinguishable. As such, it is crucial to seek medical attention for any eye infection, not only to receive treatment but to either rule out a more serious infection or address a severe condition with swift and thorough medical intervention.