Contact lenses, when used properly and with the appointment of a specialist, can provide a vision than glasses of bringing comfort and convenience for viewing. To do this, they should be cared for daily, they are very delicate and any carelessness can spoil them. The deadline set by the lens manufacturer must be respected. Use them outside the recommended period can cause problems corneas. If eyes are irritated or sore, it is not advisable to put the lenses to not irritate your eyes even more.
When used over a long period, there is an accumulation of proteins of contact lenses. Therefore, should only use lenses during the recommended period and avoid use at bedtime. In cases such as dry eyes and ocular surface inflammation, one should avoid the use of contact lenses.
Tips to take care of your contact lenses
Some tips are useful to keep contact lenses. Before handling them, wash your hands. For each type of contact lens, there is a specific type of solution for cleaning, and it is indicated by the ophthalmologist.
Do not rinse lenses with warm water or hot or warm cleaning solution. For the lenses do not lose their function or become parched, never let out of the eyes or the solution. When not using contact lenses, keep them inside the case itself immersed in disinfectant solution.
Every time you take the lenses, you need to wash them, wipe them and disinfect them. The same should be done with the case. Always keep in good hygienic conditions to avoid any problems.
By Alessandra Busko