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Contact lenses are extremely popular world over as fashion statements and to improve eye sight. The lens when wearing a contact lens is placed right over the cornea. The cornea is defined as the clear front portion of the eye where light rays are bent and focusing occurs. The cornea has no blood supply and derives oxygen directly from the air itself.
According to ophthalmologists and other doctors who specialize in diseases of
the eyes, those who wear contact lenses must protect the cornea from problems
like the abnormal growth of blood vessels and irritations caused by lack of oxygen
and chemicals.
Contact lens wearers must be aware of safety procedures and be sure to observe them:
1. Avoid the temptation to wear colored contact lenses. Studies have shown
that colored lenses worn in the eyes reduce the amount of oxygen that reaches the
cornea. The FDA has reported that decorative colored contact lenses can cause:
conjunctivitis, corneal edema, allergic reactions, corneal abrasions, reduction
in vision, sensitivity such as inability to contrast and so on. Details are at:
http://www.fda.gov/bbs/topics/NEWS/2003/NEW00955.html.
2. Contact lens wearers must follow the rules of hygiene recommended by the
contact lens manufacturer and doctor. The lenses must be stored correctly and never
worn beyond the stipulated time.
3. Protect your eyes against infections by never using saliva, strange soaps,
and un-sterilized water or solutions to clean the lenses.
4. Always consult a doctor if there is any eye redness or irritations.
5. Buy contact lenses from reputable manufacturers and follow the instructions
given by the doctor about wear and tear.
6. If you wear make up follow strictly the rules and never allow eye make up
or creams to get on to the contact lenses. Isert lens before applying eye make up
and remove lenses before removing the make up. Try and use only water based
cosmetic formulations.
7. The lens solutions must be recommended by a doctor. Keep the tip of the
lens solution bottles clean and never use expired solutions.
Before you buy contact lenses consult an eye doctor about the suitability of your
wearing lenses. Never buy contact lenses over the counter. Always follow the
recommended guidelines for daily wear of contact lenses. When you begin wearing
lenses follow the guidelines the eye specialist gives regarding wear and the
cleaning schedule. In case you swim or play a contact sport find out whether
wearing contact lenses is suitable for such ctivities. Different lenses are made
for different uses, so never wear any contact lenses beyond its recommended
wearing period. Store contact lenses correctly to prevent growth of fungi and
other bacteria which will harm the eyes.
Know what the pros and cons of wearing contact lenses are and determine whether you
are a suitable candidate for wearing lenses.
About Author
Carrie Karasev is a retired Contact Lenses Agent and a writer for
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