10 Risk Conditions for Users of Contact Lenses

There are many reasons for a person prefers to use contact lenses rather than glasses.Whatever the reason, contact lens users should understand some of the conditions that can lead to dangerous risk for eyesight. Here are some conditions that pose a risk to users of contact lenses according to Kathy Tam, BSCPhm, RPh, quoted from redOrbit:

When touching the contact lens 

The eyeball is one of the most sensitive parts of the body. While the finger is one of the dirtiest part of the body. Of course, when cleaning the contact lenses or contact lenses put on the eyeball is a crucial moment.

When handling / touching the contact lens is certainly open up the possibility of infection and irritation. Thus, hand washing is a must do when going to touch the contact lens. Additionally, rutinlah cut fingernails so as not to scratch the contact lens. Never use tap water or saliva to clean contact lenses, and only use special cleaning fluid contact lenses.

When using contact lenses too long 

There are strong reasons for ophthalmologists ask patients not to use contact lenses too long.Contact lenses, when worn, the oxygen in the eyeball. When used overnight or longer than the recommended time, it will increase the risk of eye problems, such as cuts in the cornea, or can even lead to blindness.

When treatment 

Before using eye drops, of course, have to release the contact lens. However, there are several types of drugs to the body which can also affect the effectiveness of contact lenses. One of these contraceptive pill. The hormone estrogen in birth control pills can increase the sensitivity of the eye generally women and reduce tear production, which results in dry eye.

Similarly on allergy medications, antihistamines, which can make dry eye. Aspirin is also known to cause dry eyes. If you are a contact lens users, it is advisable to always consult your eye doctor if the need to consume certain drugs.

Special liquid contact lenses 

Liquid for contact lenses have many types, there are for rinsing, there are to clean, nothing to kill germs, giving fluid in the eyeball, some are multipurpose. Each prouduk fluid and include an expiration date and or irritate the eyes. Can also be problems if too often replace brand washing liquid for contact lenses the same. Try not to put washer fluid in the contact lens in small containers so easy to carry, because it can increase the risk of contamination.

When the eyes are too dry 

Contact lenses coat of the eyeball and the oxygen, this resulted in the eyes tend to dry. Dry eye is going to get worse in certain situations, for example when on an airplane or while in a dry climate, taking allergy medications, or after drinking alcoholic beverages. It is advisable to always carry the appropriate eye drops to moisten eye conditions at any time.

When applying eye makeup area 

Never tried or share makeup with others, let alone more than one person. Conversely, never apply makeup products (eyeshadow, mascara, or eyeliner) when the eyes are terinteksi.

When planning to use contact lenses, use before applying makeup, because the dressing table area, gear bag makeup, and makeup products usually contain a lot of bacteria.

In the salon 

The air in the salon is quite dirty and contains many products, such as hairspray and others.Strongly advised not to wear contact lenses while to the salon. Frequently blink when the hair is being dried using a hair dryer.

When on the page 

Invisible substances, such as dust, pollen, smoke, until the dead skin of animals can get into the eyes and irritate. Excess tear production as the body's reaction to allergies can make use of contact lenses uncomfortable. Better use goggles to protect yourself from these things.

When swimming 

Using contact lenses while swimming in chlorinated water full risk contaminate contact lenses. If possible, avoid the use of contact lenses while swimming. Wait one hour after swimming for re-use contact lenses.

When smoking 

Smokers at risk of corneal ulcers eight times higher than those who do not smoke.

Always consult your eye doctor for specific symptoms, such as blurred vision, eye pain, or when you feel there are signs of infection, such as dirt in the eyes, itching, burning, or sensitivity to light.