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Q: How can I minimize the risk of problems with my contact lenses?
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Reducing the Risk of Problems When Wearing Contact Lenses
There are a variety of problems that can result from wearing contact lenses. Dry eyes, discomfort and infection are just a few examples of these problems. There are a number of steps which can be taken to avoid the potential for problems resulting from wearing contact lenses. These steps are:
• Visit an eye care practitioner for a thorough exam
• Have a fitting from a qualified practitioner
• Attend all required follow up visits
• Follow the recommended regimen for cleaning and storage prescribed by the eye care professional
• Replace disposable lenses as prescribed
• Wash and dry hands thoroughly before handling lenses
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I have bad habits with my contacts. I wear them longer than the 30 recommended days and often sleep with them in (5 or 6 nights a week). I have been doing this for about a year. I was wondering how dangerous these practices really are. Am I causing damage to my eyes?
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Do I use my eyeglass prescription to order contacts? Are they the same, or 2 different prescriptions? Thinking of buying contacts :)
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Is it appropriate to ware contact lens to play football ? Is it safe to my eyes ?
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I wear disposable contacts and was wondering why there are letters on my contacts? And if it would be bad for my vision at all?
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on a contact prescription, which is for the left eye and which is for the right. my prescription has OD -1.75 AND OS -1.50
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I have my contact lenses sent to me in 3month batches. I have noticed on the batch I have just received that the base curve measurement on the left eye packet is 8.7 when it should be 8.3 like the right one. Will they be ok to wear? or should I get them changed?
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