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My eye doctor had me put my contact lenses in one of the cases in his office. he told me that it is rinsed. should i worry about getting infection?

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Contact lens: There are many things to worry about, but this is not one of them. Your doctor has pledged to do no harm. Have faith.

Dr Mayaud agreed

Answered 12/11/2014

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