99% of contact lens wearers have poor eye hygiene and increase their risk of developing eye infections.
Of all the patients, contact lens wearers are probably the most unconscious. Almost all of them take reckless risks with their contact lenses, according to one study US government.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) surveyed millions of contact lens wearers in the United States, through an online survey. First observation: very many carriers (almost a third) have reported suffering from certain side effects, such as dryness, redness or eye pain.
A predictable result, because according to this survey, 99% of contact lens wearers exhibit at least one risky behavior. And almost as many seem to ignore the risk of infection that this entails.
Bad gestures, harmful hygiene
Thus, the majority (82.3%) keep their lenses beyond the recommended time. More than half pour their solution into its case in the evening, without even bothering to empty the liquid from the day before. Almost as many sleep with their lenses on, even when they weren’t designed for. However, according to the literature, each of these behaviors multiplies by five, or even more, the risk of infection of the eyes.
According to the CDC, nearly all of the 41 million contact lens wearers in the United States are at risk from poor eye hygiene. Among them, a very large proportion is exposed to the risk of severe infections.
Don’t skimp on maintenance
“Having good vision contributes to the general well-being and independence of people of all ages,” the CDC insists. It is extremely important not to skimp on the proper wearing and maintenance of contact lenses ”. According to the authors of this study, many carriers did not identify the actions necessary for good eye hygiene. The opportunity to recall them …
– Wash your hands and dry them before touching the lenses.
– Remove lenses before sleeping, taking a shower or swimming.
– Rub and rinse the lenses with a disinfectant solution each time they are removed.
– After each use, rub and rinse the lens case with a disinfectant solution, dry it with a clean cloth and let it sit upside down, without its lids.
– Replace the lens case every three months.
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