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Re: Pink Eye & Contact Lenses
Marie wrote:
I just came down with a case of viral pinkeye. I know I shouldn't wear my contacts, but I can't see without them. I don't have glasses, nor can I afford them. I live alone and need to continue functioning in society - but without my contacts, I can't. I need to wear my contacts. How do I take care of my eyes while still managing my life?
Dr Joan Hansen's response:
Marie,
The only way to get rid of an infection is to leave your lenses off until the eye is completely healed. The Virus / organism causing the infection can stay in the material of the contact lens and continually re-infect your eye. You will need to start with a fresh pair of lenses once the infection is done. I’m sorry, no one should even consider wearing contacts unless they also have a pair of glasses as a backup.
Dr. Joan Hansen, Optometrist for CAO
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