8 important things to note when wearing contact lenses

In this technological age, there are more and more electrical appliances such as home computers and mobile phones. These electrical appliances have brought great convenience to our lives, but they have also brought harm to our health. More than 80% of people who look at mobile phones or computers for a long time suffer from myopia. What should I do if I am nearsighted? Wearing a pair of myopia glasses is the first choice, but after all, glasses are not so convenient to wear and may even affect the appearance. For this reason, the arrival of contact lenses has attracted many beauty-loving women to wear them. However, while pursuing beauty, we also need to pay more attention to the health of our pupils.

1. Do not wear it for too long every day

The length of time you wear contact lenses each day actually depends on the condition of your individual cornea, but it is generally not recommended to wear them for more than 12 hours a day, and 5-6 days a week is recommended. If you wear cosmetic contact lenses, you must be more cautious and do not wear them for more than 10 hours a day. It is best to use them every other day.

2. Don’t shop online casually

Experts warn that many young people, in order to get a bargain and seek convenience, often buy cosmetic contact lenses of unknown origin online. There are no relevant health agencies to check, so there may be risks. It is recommended that they buy well-known brands for better protection.

3. Self-detection of color fading

If you want to determine whether your colored contact lenses will fade, you can test them yourself with artificial tears or makeup remover. First, soak the photochromic lenses in artificial tears or makeup remover for 8-10 hours, and then wipe the lenses with a cotton swab. Experts say that passing the artificial tears test is the basic standard, and more advanced tests use makeup remover oil. Under normal circumstances, there should be no discoloration. If discoloration is found, it should be discontinued immediately.

4. Change the soaking box frequently

Cleaning contact lenses is very important. Experts say that it is best to choose daily disposable lenses. If you use weekly disposable or extended wear lenses, in addition to scrubbing them with disinfectant 5-10 times, it is also recommended that the soaking box be replaced frequently to avoid dirt and grime accumulating in the box after using it for too long.

5. Seek medical attention if your eyes are red

Contact lens wearers should be careful if their eyes turn red, as this may be a sign of corneal infection or bacterial infection. It is recommended that you seek medical attention immediately to avoid worsening of the condition.

6. Usage habits are important

If contact lenses are worn properly, such as alternating between regular glasses and regular use, and are cleaned correctly, they will not actually cause damage to the cornea and can be used from young to old. However, if you develop bad usage habits, such as wearing them for a long time or not paying attention to cleaning, it may cause severe corneal hypoxia and you may immediately become unable to wear contact lenses.

7. Be careful when moving frequently

Experts say that many people's contact lenses often shift when they blink, so you should be careful whether it is caused by the discoloration of the lenses. Long-term use of discolored lenses will cause eye allergies, itchy eyes, increased secretions, and the growth of follicles in the eyelids, which can easily cause the lenses to shift. If you continue to wear them, frequent friction with the cornea may cause corneal ulcers.

8. Go to the ophthalmologist first

Regardless of whether you wear contact lenses or cosmetic contact lenses, it is recommended that you first visit an ophthalmologist to determine whether you are suitable for wearing them and the degree of their prescription. In addition, it is also recommended that contact lens wearers go to an ophthalmologist for relevant examinations every six months to a year to determine the condition of their cornea and adjust their wearing habits accordingly.