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Dry eyes: a contraindication to wearing contact lenses?
In everyday use, corrective contact lenses offer a number of advantages, including optimum discretion.
What's more, wearing these small visual aids is accessible to the vast majority of people whatever their visual problem.
However, the possibility of wearing contact lenses may be an issue for people with dry eyes.
Understanding dry eyes
Dry eye syndrome corresponds to a deficiency in tear production that is lower than normal.
It should be noted that dry eyes can affect anyone, not just the elderly.
Indeed, while advancing age can be a cause of dry eyes, it is not the only possible reason for this lack of tears.
Smokers and people who are heavily exposed to screens can also be affected by this syndrome.
Similarly, certain pathologies or medications can be associated with dry eyes.
This syndrome may be more or less significant depending on the case, and may be insignificant as well as having a major impact.
Dry eyes are generally itchy, red and uncomfortable, and those affected are more prone to eye strain.
In some cases, the syndrome can lead to blurred vision or leave the eye vulnerable to external infection.
On a day-to-day basis, dry eyes can cause discomfort when using screens, reading or driving.
Wearing contact lenses while having dry eyes
When dry eye syndrome is severe, contact lenses should not be worn.
In order to wear these visual aids comfortably and effectively, it is in fact essential that the eye is well hydrated.
Similarly, to remove contact lenses without difficulty by sliding them out, proper hydration is essential.
Therefore, when the dryness of the eyes is severe, the optician will recommend prescription glasses.
However, if the dry eye syndrome is not too serious, contact lenses can be worn.
It is still important to choose the right model of contact lenses for the particular condition of your eyes.
In fact, wearing unsuitable contact lenses can aggravate dry eye syndrome.
Rigid lenses, which are impermeable to gas, are particularly suitable for dry eyes.
This type of lens has the particularity of being able to function correctly without the need for special hydration.
On the other hand, and contrary to what one might think, hydrophilic contact lenses are not recommended in this case.
Besides, if the dryness of the eyes is really minor, simply applying hydrating eye drops can allow you to wear conventional lenses.
Ask your Optical Center optician for advice on wearing contact lenses with dry eyes.
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