Corneal Damage Types & Prevention Tips

In Recent days, you may have read the news regarding television actress Jasmine Bhasin experiencing corneal injury. Her Injury was caused due to her contact lenses. This incident stressed that improper usage or handling of contact lenses is likely to cause various corneal-related complications.

Types:

Corneal Abrasions: An abrasion is a scratch of the cornea that may arise from the edges of the lens or an object in between the lens and the eye. Common symptoms are sharp pain, & redness.

CLARE (Contact Lens-Induced Acute Red Eye): When a person overuse lenses can be experience such problem. The symptoms are redness, swelling, pain, and discharge from the eyes.

Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis: Giant Papillary Conjunctivitis: GPC is an allergic reaction and can lead to conjunctivitis, especially in the inner part of the eyelid and large papillae may develop. The symptoms may be attributed to another condition called Corneal Ulcer.

Corneal Ulcers: Keratitis which is another name of Corneal Ulcers, The common cause of corneal ulcers is eye infection (Bacterial or Fungal).  These include inflammation and painful conditions along with photophobia.

Prevention Tips:

• Always clean your lenses with the Solution instead of using regular water.
• Follow the lens replacement schedule recommended by your eye care professional.
• Do not sleep in with your contact lenses.
• Remember, not to wear contact lenses during swimming or in a hot tub so that they do not get contaminated.
• Wash your hands thoroughly before handling lenses. Use clean, lens-specific cases and replace them regularly.
• One should refrain from touching the contact lenses that belong to another person even if it is for a short while.
• It is also advisable to visit an optometrist from time to time to check your lenses wear and eyes health.

If the about mentioned guidelines concerning the use and handling of contact lenses in order, the chances of corneal Ulcer or infection in your life are minimized. If you also facing any kind of eye problem, you should visit the best eye doctor in Rana Hospital, Ludhiana without any delay.