Eye Drops And People Who Wear Contact Lenses
People who wear contact lenses look great, but they may sometimes encounter problems
. Some people experience a burning sensation when wearing contacts for long periods of time, perhaps after being out in the sun too long or after being exposed to fumes. Others constantly feeling like something is in their eyes, which can occur when in a cluttered, dirty work space.
Still more people deal with an extremely dry sensation that can be caused by dry air blowing on someone who is stuck in small space, like a car or aeroplane, for long periods of time. Additionally, some users' eyes water a lot due to allergies or for other reasons.
When wearing contact lenses, people who work with computers and/or under glaring fluorescent lights might feel like their lenses are actually sticking to their eyes. This is because while sitting a computer all day, people blink less often because they are 'hypnotised' by the computer screen as they read emails, input information into spreadsheets, etc.
The end result of less blinking is the production of less natural tears. However, for people grappling with burning, dryness, or other problems, there are specific eye drops they can apply to their contact lenses to soothe their irritated eyes.
People who choose soft contact lenses and wear them regularly should know about re-wetting drops. Such drops can coat the surface of the actual contact lens and they clear away any unwanted debris particles, such as dust, sand, a cat hair or eyelash, which may have bothering the contact lens wearer while providing soothing relief.
People can use these drops as much as needed during the day. The following components are in re-wetting drops: sorbic acid, boric acid, sodium borate, edetate disodium, poloxamine, sodium chloride and purified water. It's good to know what you are buying in case you have any allergies, but in most cases, these products are very safe, so there's not much to worry about.
Many people who wear contact lenses also experience dry eye. The great news is that dry eye drops are available for people who wear contact lenses. Sometimes they are called artificial tears and there are a plethora of options available to contact lens wearers. You have to be careful though, some dry eye formulations are very thick and produce a cloudy or blurry sensation upon application.
If you are trying to put a contact lens back in after applying something like that, you might feel uncomfortable. It's important to understand the different ingredients and their consistency in order to get the right fit.
The next time you have been working a ten hour day under bright lights, or the next time you return home from being in a smoky bar or club, get some eye drops out! Wearing contacts is a great option for those who dislike the look of glasses, but you want to ensure that you are comfortable. With all of the technological advantages these days, never fear, there is definitely something that will work well for you.
by: Lawrence White
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