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I have negative 4 number in both my eyes. I use good quality lenses since 5 years ,maintain hygiene and also take care of my eyes.
Sometimes dust sets it and causes irritation,pain,water comes out...I want to know if contact lenses are unhealthy , do they harm eyes in any way.
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Contact lenses are very safe if used properly.
Irritation,pain etc could be due to dryness.
Try
A use lubricating eyedrop like lubrex frequently
B.cold compresses will help
Consult local ophthalmologist if problem persist
For more information,you can read my health tip on contact lens available on practo healthfeed
"Contact Lens: Pros and Cons" by Dr.Vaibhev Mittal - https://www.practo.com/healthfeed/contact-lens-pros-and-cons-28076/post
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Hi,
Contact lens if maintained well and if proper contact lens solution is used,they don't generally harm your eyes.but chronic use,that is ,more than 5-7 years is associated with some chronic changes in the eye,like presence of a few papillae,dry eyes,etc.chances of developing a intolerance to contact lenses also increases over long-term use.if dust sets in between the lens and the eye,u will definitely have problems as u described.if symptoms persist,consult your ophthalmologist.
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Health Tips
don't change brand of contact lens solution frequently
don't wear contacts while sleeping
prefer daily disposable over extended monthly wear
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Contact lenses are safe and healthy option if you take proper care of them.
Prolonged use may cause dryness.
Nowadays better option is lasik.
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