How bad is it to wear contact lenses beyond the recommended use?
I have extended wear contact lenses (I think that’s what they are called) that can be worn every day for 2 weeks. Then I’m supposed to dispose of them and use a new pair. I usually only wear them when I work out which is about 2 hours a day. I’m on my last pair of lenses and don’t have the money to get new ones yet.
How much longer could I wear them? And what could happen if worn too long?
Over-wearing contact lenses can get pretty ugly, from eye infections to eye ulcers to surgical removal of lenses. It is the number one problem on contact lens wearer’s. However I don’t feel that your in those particular catagories, since you only wear them for several hours per day. I do recommend calling your eye doctor and getting advise from him/her. Be up front about your situation and voice your concerns. They will give you the proper advise. Good luck!
Over-wearing contact lenses can get pretty ugly, from eye infections to eye ulcers to surgical removal of lenses. It is the number one problem on contact lens wearer’s. However I don’t feel that your in those particular catagories, since you only wear them for several hours per day. I do recommend calling your eye doctor and getting advise from him/her. Be up front about your situation and voice your concerns. They will give you the proper advise. Good luck!
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Licensed Optician