If you have Pinguecula, can you still wear contacts?!

If you have Pinguecula, can you still wear contacts?

I noticed a little yellow spot on my eye this morning and started doing a little reaserch. Not sure if this is what I have but it looks like it. I will go to the doctor in a week or so to see if it changes. I do wear contacts but I am not sure if they can affect the Pinguecula.

While pinguecula is usually caused by exposure (sun, toxic vapors or wind), it can also be caused by insufficient lubrication. Since contact lenses can interfere with normal eye moisture in some people, I would highly recommend you do not wear them until you see your eye doctor and he determines what caused you to develop the yellow spot or the possible pinguecula.

Also, pinguecula is usually elevated so there is the chance of irritation to your cornea from an ill-fitting contact lens. With an ill-fitting lens, your vision will also be impacted. Please wait until you see your eye doctor as it is better to be cautious when your eyesight is involved.