A 31-year-old member asked:

If i have a corneal scar, will i ever be able to wear contact lenses?

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Dr. Allen Seelyanswered

General Practice 33 years experience

Possible: But, you need to ask your opthomolgist to check if the corneal scar will preclude you from wearing contacts lenses.

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