Heading 1: Introduction
Contact lenses are a popular vision correction option for people who want to avoid the hassle of glasses. However, if not taken care of properly, contact lenses can cause eye infections and other serious problems. In this article, we will discuss some common mistakes that people make while caring for their contact lenses and how to avoid them.
Heading 2: Sleeping with Contact Lenses
Sleeping with contact lenses on can lead to serious eye infections and corneal ulcers. The contact lens covers the cornea which prevents the oxygen from reaching the eye. Your eyes need oxygen to remain healthy, and sleeping with contact lenses on cuts off this oxygen supply. In addition, the contact lens can trap bacteria and other harmful substances under your eyelids while you sleep, leading to infections. Hence, it is important to remove your contact lenses before sleeping.
Heading 3: Not Cleaning Contact Lenses Properly
Cleaning your contact lenses regularly is necessary to avoid any infections or irritation. When you are not cleaning it properly, it will accumulate debris, and protein that can cause irritation, infection, or damage to the lens. Make sure to clean your contact lenses daily with the prescribed solution and follow the instructions for cleaning properly. Additionally, ensure that the storage case is also cleaned and replaced at least once every three months to avoid contamination due to accumulation of bacteria.
Heading 4: Using Tap Water to Clean Lenses
One of the most common mistakes people make is to use tap water to clean their lenses. Tap water may contain impurities and harmful microorganisms that can cause infection or irritation. It is important to use an appropriate solution like contact lens solution to clean the lenses. In addition, using saliva to moisten contact lenses can also lead to infection, as saliva contains bacteria that can cause eye problems.
Heading 5: Using Contact Lenses Past Their Expiry Date
As with any other medical device, contact lenses can expire. Using contact lenses past their expiry date can lead to various issues, including infections, corneal ulcers, vision problems, and others. Most of the lenses are designed to last for a certain period, and it is important to replace them as recommended by the manufacturer or the doctor.
Caring for contact lenses is an essential step for maintaining healthy eyesight. Avoiding the common mistakes that people make while caring for contact lenses such as sleeping with contacts on, not cleaning them properly, using tap water, and using contact lenses past their expiry date are important to prevent serious infections and other issues. Make sure to follow the instructions provided by the doctor and manufacturer for the proper care and maintenance of your contact lenses.
