Non-emergency contact lens problems

Trapped lens

Sometimes, a lens or part of it can get trapped under the top lid of the eye. If this happens d not panic, it cannot stay there forever, nor can it go into your head. It will most likely reappear on its own. Tilt you head back, feel thought the top lid and try to push the lens towards the outer corner of the eye. You could also wash it out using an eye bath preferably filled with saline solution. Refer to tips on contact lenses wear for a more comfortable experience.

Haemorrhage

Sometimes, the eye haemorrhages, where the blood gets trapped and spreads around the white of the eye. It looks worse than the condition really is. The haemorrhage may be causes because of a bruise or careless lens handling. Sometimes they occur spontaneously. Avoid taking Asprin or other anti-coagulents as this may make it worse. There is no actual treatment for it. If the vision is clear and there is no pain, do not d anything, The haemorrhage usually dissolves in a couple of days.

General Discomfort

Sometimes, overuse of lenses can cause general discomfort and redness of the eye. Remove the lens, wash it and the eye thoroughly and retry wearing the lens after a few minutes. Usually, the reason for this is damaged or contaminated lens, changing solutions, side effects of medication, sinus, allergies, hay fever etc. If the discomfort persists, consult a doctor.

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