LONG TERM USE OF CONTACT LENS AND EYE HEALTH

People prefer to opt for contact lenses over spectacles as they are comfortable and easy to wear. Now that they also come in various colors and shades, it’s in great demand as they give you a great look and feel.

They are advised in conditions like Hypermetropia (Long-sightedness), Myopia (Short sightedness), Astigmatism (distorted vision) and Presbyopia.

They come in different shapes and sizes and are advised by an Eye practitioner based on level of visual acuity and fitting required only after thorough Eye examination.

Different forms available are soft contact lenses, gas permeable, daily disposables and silicon material.

The greatest advantage is that it can be used even in smaller infants and comes with no side effects. Yet there are its own limitations. There are people who use it lifelong.

Long term uses have also reported cases of Corneal Ulcer, Reduced Oxygen intake, Neovascularization like problems.

Measures to avoid complications on the long run

•  Never Shuffle lenses - Do not change lenses or exchange it with any of your friend Without prior Medical advice
• No saliva, No water - Lenses are washed only with sterile aqueous solutions provided and not with your saliva, plain tap water or saline.
• Avoid eye Makeup - cosmetics that can adulterate the lens
• Shun from Reuse - disposables cannot be used again 
•  Lens cases - to be changed every 3 months and cleaned regularly
•   Watch on eye drops - Nonprescription drops are better to be avoided with lens applied
• Night care - better to take off lens when you sleep
•  Protective cover - Wear goggles to prevent from injuries or direct UV light