Sunday, February 28, 2010

eye infection

Question
my eye is red and puffy. when i woke up this morning there was puss/gook in it and it doesnt open all the way. i have contacts for 9 years and never had a problem before. my eye does not hurt, but it is very red and infected.

help


Answer
You certainly do sound like you have a real eye infection.  You must discard both of your current contact lenses, the case you keep them in and any eye make-up that could have been contaminated - especially any mascara.  Make an appointment with an eye doctor as soon as possible - tonight if possible, if not definitely tomorrow.  Do not put in any contact lenses until this is completely cleared up.