Why do I have bloodshot eyes after I take my contacts out?

I am 17 years old. I've been wearing contacts for about a year. Recently, every time I take my contacts out, my eyes get bloodshot (sometimes one, sometimes the other, sometimes both). I don't feel any pain. I do not feel any swelling or inflammation, but they are definitely blood shot. Should I be worried?

[Sandy Feldman, MD, MS]

Dear eyeseyeseyes,

I would observe youreyes to determine whether the redness is present before removal or only after mechanical removal. Seek care of an eyeMD if you are concerned.

Dr. Feldman

Sandy T. Feldman, M.D., M.S.
ClearView Eye and Laser Medical Center
San Diego, California