Cowen Sheldon J MD (Seattle,WA 98104)

• Can I still use the expired contacts solution?

  No,you should not use it again. Though it has been used only once, there is still chance that bacteria can grow in the bottle. It will not cost much to get a new bottle of solution and it is safer for your eyes.

• Do I need to pay for the lens fitting in eye exam?

  It should depend on the doctor's office policy and normally you will be charged for the service you get. Before the exam, you should tell him that you don't need the lens fitting. If they insist on giving you the service you don't want then change for another doctor.

• What can I do to get rid of dark circles?

  I have the same problem with you. Now matter how good sleep I have, the dark circles are still there and I hate to makeup to cover them. Some chronic disease can also cause dark circles. So you need to see the doctor and find out the true reason that causes dark circles.

• Why do I always have Bloodshot eyes?

  Yes, there is eye drop especially for red eyes. You can go to the drug store and ask the service staff. If the eye drops still don't work, you may need to see the eye doctor.

• Why do I have bloodshot eyes when wearing contacts?

  You need to stop wearing contacts for some time and see if your eyes get better. If they are still bloodshot, then your father is right.There is something wrong with your eyes and need to see the doctor.

• How to get rid of bloodshot eyes ?

  Obviously the bloodshot eyes are caused by shortage of sleep. You just need take a nap and wash your eyes with cold water to make them fresh. Also there are eye drops for red eyes.

• Is it necessity to get a contact eye exam every year?

  It is better to have a contact eye exam every year to make sure the contacts are still the right prescription and there is not other eye problem like corneal ulcer.

• What should I do if the contact solution run out?

  You should not use water cuz there are a lot of bacteria in it and you may get inflammation in your eyes. For urgent case, you could use saline water or regular eye drops as replacement. But you should get new solution asap.

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