Is it safe to wear contacts three days after clearing up pink eye?

Question

I have been symptom free for the last three days. I have been wearing my glasses durin gthis time and they give me the worst headakes. Is it safe to wear contacts yet?

Answer 1

lmao!! pink eye : D

  south park. whatcha been doin?!

Answer 2

I know the headaches are miserable, but I would wait a few days.  Pink eye can show up when you least expect it, and it is very contagious. There is more than one type of pink eye, and how you treat it depends on the type. If it is bacterial you need antibiotic ointment or drops. There is no particular treatment for viral pink eye. If it is an allergy that is causing your difficulty you may need anti-inflammatories or antihistamines. Frequent hand washing is crucial to prevent spreading the virus or bacteria, depending on which type you have.

There is also something called CLARE, or contact lens induced acute red eye. Sleeping in contacts makes the eye more susceptible to inflammation/infection.

This link gives basic information about pink eye. Best of luck.

Answer 3

yes it is safe, if the eye is not pink, i started wearing my contacts when it cleared