Avoiding contact lens infection is simply a matter of practicing good hygiene. Yes, there are other factors which are sometimes beyond your control but you can eliminate a lot of infection risk by following some well worn hygiene 101.
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Contacts have become as much a fashion accessory as an aid to improved vision and its using them for fashion which can get many users into trouble. Reckless use of lenses is inviting complications and in this article, well highlight some of the ways you can protect yourself from making an unscheduled visit to the eye doctor.
What Causes Infection
There are several reasons for contact lens infection including over use, poor hygiene, sensitivity and bad fitting lenses.
Its important to understand that if irritation in the eyes is causing you problems then take that as a warning that there could be a serious complication developing. Dont ignore it.
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Take your contacts out and store them. Avoid using them again until youve seen your doctor. Your doctor will more than likely want to examine them so take them with you when you visit your eye care professional.
Avoiding Complications
Lets take a look at some preventable measures you can undertake to avoid possible infection. This will cut down dramatically the chances of you picking up an errant infection.
1. Make sure your contacts fit correctly. Avoid the temptation of wearing them based solely on the fact they make you look good. They are specifically designed to improve vision and should be treated as such.
2. Schedule regular check-ups with your doctor. This is particularly important for people using them for the first time.
3. Practice good hygiene. Clean your lenses on a daily basis without fail. Its amazing how much sediment and particles can be picked up by the eyes and youre asking for trouble if you dont clean them.
4. Wash your hands thoroughly before handling them. This is simply common sense.
5. Make sure your lens case is also cleaned every day. An uncleaned case can become a breeding for infection so dont tempt fate and think because its closed, it cant attract foreign substances. In fact, replace your case often. This is something you should have discussed with your eye wear consultant.
6. Never use solutions which are not recommended. In other words, avoid the temptation to use your own made up solution. Again, the eyes are a delicate part of the body and using a solution other than whats on the recommended list is a recipe for inviting contact lens infection.
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6 Ways To Avoid Contact Lens Infection