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2018-03-15 17:58:43
I just started wearing contacts.. I didn't go for check up to the eye specialist. As of now m not facing any irritation problems... Is it recommended to use eye drop? If yes any eye drop is suitable?
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You must have got examined by an ophthalmologist first but if you don't have any problem then you can continue. You may have dryness while using contact lenses. For that you can use lubricant eye drops e.g. teardrop 2to3 times daily with the contact lenses even.

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