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10 DOs and 10 DON'Ts for all contact lens wearers
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10 Dos :
Do wash your hands before handling your contact lenses. Do clean your contact lenses using the recommended contact lens solution. Do clean your contact lenses according to your eyecare practitioner instruction. Do follow strictly to the lens care instruction provided by the manufacturer. If in doubt, consult your eyecare practitioner. Do use unexpired solution to clean your contact lenses. Do store all your contact lens solution and lens case in the dry area. Do clean and dry your contact lens case everyday. Do change your contact lens case every 3 months. Do remove your contact lenses if you experience any wearing discomfort. Consult your eyecare practitioner if the problem persists or recurs. Do get a proper eye check or consultation at least every 6 months or according to the schedule recommended by your eyecare practitioner. 10 DON'Ts : Don't wear your contact lenses longer than what is recommended by your eyecare practitioner. Don't use non-sterile solution such as tap water, mineral water or saliva to rinse, clean or store your contact lenses. Don't use saline to soak your contact lenses. Don't reuse any lens care solution. Don't store your lens care solution and lens case in the toilet. Don't wear your contact lenses if you are not feeling well ( eg flu, fever or feeling ill ). Don't wear contact lenses if you feel discomfort or pain upon lens insertion (remove your contact lenses and consult your eyecare practitioner immediately). Don't wear your contact lenses to sleep unless recommended by your eyecare practitioner. Don't purchase your contact lenses without a proper eye check. Don't swim while wearing your contact lenses. |
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