The most common complaint that contact lens users suffer from is “dry eyes”. Fortunately for them, there are solutions to this problem.For the millions of contact lens wearers that suffer from itchy, scratchy, red, and dry eyes, luckily there have been many advancements to relieve these common symptoms.
The first step to take when dealing with these particular problems is to visit your eye care specialist. This allows for a professional diagnosis to be made to decide what option is best suited for the individual. Unfortunately in many cases, many contact lens wearers avoid taking this crucial step in fear that the specialist will tell them him/her can no longer go on wearing contacts. Favourably for the wearer, the advancements that have been made in the eye care field have grown significantly, so this outcome is most unlikely to occur.
WATER CONTENT OF CONTACT LENSES
Technology has made drastic changes in the world of eye care. For example, soft contact lenses are made up of hydrophilic polymers, to many, this is what is known as a “water loving” polymer. This allows for much greater water retention for the eye itself. In some cases however, depending on the person, a contact lens with less water retention may be more beneficial to you. Factors such as environment, play a key role in the determination between the two. Also considered, if a persons eyes are inherently dry and they are wearing a high water based lens, this may cause tears being drawn away from the eye hence increasing dehydration. Therefore, a specialist in most cases will recommend a lower water based lens.
SILICONE HYDROGEL CONTACT LENSES FOR DRY EYES
The silicone hydro-gel contact lens contains many soft lens materials which acts as a “sponge-like” effect for the eye. It allows oxygen intake which is crucial for the cornea. In order for the eye to maintain good visual function and keep clear, high levels of oxygen are required. If someone suffers from dryness due to a soft contact lens, which tends to occur generally near the end of your day, then your eye care professional may recommend a silicone hydro-gel lens.
ARE YOU SENSITIVE TO PRESERVATIVES?
Other problems that may arise, even if you are using the best solution for you, is the use of mulipurpose solutions. Aside from the convenience, these products may present trouble in the future. If a person switches to a “store brand” solution thinking a lower cost generic is just as good, they may be misleading themselves. In fact, they may be using a different product all together. An intolerance to multipurpose solutions can occur due to the preservatives within them. This can lead to dryness and discomfort. If your specialist feels you are prone to these preservatives, then they may recommend a hydrogen peroxide-based product which is free of all preservatives. Another way to avoid sensitivity, is the use of daily disposable contact lenses. These require no care products what so ever.
EYE DROPS
Eye drops, which are often called “artificial tears”, can play a key role in comfort when dealing with contact lens-related dry eyes. These generally provide short-term relief to dry eyed symptoms. However, recent new “longer lasting” eye drops have been introduced which provides more of a convenience for the wearer. If a person believes that eye drops are the best scenario, it is crucial you discuss with your eye doctor which is best suited for you. There are many over-the-counter products out there are not intended for use with someone who is a contact lens wearer, for this reason, its is relevant to discuss the matter. Prescription eye drop along with eye vitamins may be another matter to discuss with your doctor in relief of dry irritated eyes.
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