Do you ever feel uncomfortable wearing your contact lenses? It is important to maintain healthy eyes and comfortable contact lens wear.
Don’t forget to top off your contact lens solution.
Your lens care system could have the solution to your problem with your contact lenses. A recent survey by Wakefield Research, sponsored by Alcon found that a third of contacts lens wearers admit to occasionally reusing their contact lens solution. Reusing an older contact lens solution can lead to bacteria and fungus growth in your contact lenses case. Make sure to clean your contact lens case every time you use it. After it has dried, fill the case with new solution. your solution.
Let your irritation go.
Germs and bacteria build up on our hands throughout the day. Handling contact lenses can spread germs to your eyes by not washing your hands after handling them. To reduce the risk of developing an eye infection, make it a habit of washing your hands after handling contact lenses.
Say no to H2O.
Do not use tap water on your contact lenses. Saliva is never a sterile solution because microorganisms can live in water. Eye infections can occur when contact lenses are exposed to saliva or tap water.
Take some time to recharge.
Eye strain can result from staring at a computer screen for long periods of time. Make sure you blink more often. To make your lenses feel less dry, you should blink as often as you can throughout the day. Re-wetting drops can be used if your contact lenses feel particularly dry.
Be open to the possibilities.
Constantly wearing contact lenses for more than recommended by your eye care professional or the product instructions can result in discomfort and complications. Consult your eye care professional to determine the best time to replace your contact lens.
Proper care for your contact lenses and eyes can be both important and easy. If you are experiencing persistent eye discomfort, make sure to book an appointment with your eye doctor. PourThatOut.com has more information about healthy lens care habits.
