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I have a scratched eye and pain from wearing contacts. what should i do?
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Take out the lenses: Stop wearing your contacts immediately and see an eye doctor.
Answered 10/4/2016
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See your eyeMD ASAP: You likely have a corneal ulcer which can be very serious, even blinding in severe cases. It may not be an ulcer , but given the very serious nature of this potential problem you need to seek immediate care from your ophthalmologist.
Answered 7/25/2013
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