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As part of a dedicated effort to educate contact lens users about safe usage practices, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention CDC has declared October as National Contact Lens Safety Month. This initiative is med at rsing awareness on proper methods of wearing contacts in order to minimize potential vision issues.
Indeed, the CDC's recent study revealed that more than 80 of contact lens wearers have engaged in behaviors that increase their risk for eye infections linked with improper lens use. Some of these risky practices include sleeping or napping while wearing lenses, swimming with them on, and replacing both lenses and storage cases before recommed intervals.
During the festive season of Halloween, a surge in the popularity of cosmetic contact lenses is noted, particularly for those seeking to alter their eye color as part of their costumes. Prevent Blindness provides resources including fact sheets, shareable social media graphics, and dedicated webpages designed to inform about these dangers through its Focus on Eye Health Expert Series.
The CDC further stresses that all contact lenses fall under the category of medical devices regulated by the FDA, even when they aren't used for vision correction. This includes decorative contacts sold online or in novelty stores without a prescription, which may not meet federal health and safety standards and could be contaminated or counterfeit, posing significant risks.
The CDC highlights that improper use can lead to severe eye infections like acanthamoeba keratitis and fusarium keratitis. Symptoms might manifest as blurred vision, eye pn, sensitivity to light photophobia, sensation of an object in the eye, and tearing. Immediate medical consultation is advised upon experiencing these symptoms.
Prevent Blindness stresses on the importance of dly hygiene practices among contact lens wearers:
Wash hands: Prior to handling lenses.
Use prescribed solutions for cleaning and disinfecting.
Avoid sharing: Lenses should not be shared with others or swapped among users.
Regular replacement: Follow manufacturer guidelines for replacing lenses and cases.
“Contact lenses offer the potential for improved vision,” sd Lynda Todd, CEO of Prevent Blindness. “We emphasize that diligent practice of good hygiene can help mntn eye health while using contacts, which is crucial to avoiding pnful infections that could even lead to blindness.”
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