{"id":498,"date":"2019-07-08T04:26:55","date_gmt":"2019-07-08T04:26:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.palmettoeyeandlaser.com\/?p=498"},"modified":"2019-07-08T04:26:55","modified_gmt":"2019-07-08T04:26:55","slug":"what-causes-contact-lens-discomfort","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.palmettoeyeandlaser.com\/blog\/what-causes-contact-lens-discomfort\/","title":{"rendered":"What Causes Contact Lens Discomfort?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n\t\t\t\t\n

While modern contact lenses are designed to be very\ncomfortable for most wearers, it is common to occasionally experience mild discomfort.\nThere are several different causes for contact lens discomfort, many with\nsimple solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The most common causes include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ill-Fit<\/strong> \u2013 Contact lenses<\/a> are not one-size-fits-all. When you have a contact lens fitting in Boiling Springs, your doctor will measure your eyes to ensure your lenses fit you properly. If the lenses don\u2019t quite fit right, they may be uncomfortable. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If the lens is too large, it will not sit properly on the\neye and will be dislodged by the motion of your eyelid when you blink. This can\nfeel very uncomfortable and, if left untreated, can cause irritations. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Improper Use or Care\n\u2013<\/strong> It\u2019s important when wearing contact lenses that you follow the\nmanufacturer\u2019s directions for proper use to ensure maximum comfort. Unless you\nare using daily disposables, your lenses must be cleaned every night to remove\nlipid and protein deposits which accumulate naturally from your tears. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

You must also make sure you are following the manufacturer’s\n(and your doctor\u2019s) guidelines for wearing and replacement of the lenses. Do\nnot wear your contacts for longer than recommended (for example, do not wear\nthe lenses overnight unless they are specifically designed for it), and do not\ntry to extend the life of your contact lenses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Dryness \u2013<\/strong> If your\neyes are not properly lubricated with tears, your lenses will likely cause you\ndiscomfort. Fortunately, many cases of dry eye can be treated with over the\ncounter or prescription eye drops.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Causes of dry eyes<\/a> include: <\/p>\n\n\n\n