A member asked:

Accidentally fell asleep in contacts for 3.5 hours (i rarely even ware them let alone do that) took them off and there was all this yellow goo. bad?

3 doctors weighed in across 2 answers

That is contact: related irritation. usually will clear in 24 hours. if persists will need antibiotic eye drops

Answered 9/29/2016

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Dr. Valerie Cacho answered

Specializes in Sleep Medicine

Infection: Yellow goo in your eyes after wearing contacts can be a sign of infection. Please do not use these contacts again and seek help from a health care professional.

Answered 12/10/2018

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