Proper selection of contact lenses
Contact lenses are a convenient and comfortable tool for correcting vision. However, if they are improperly worn, they will not correct vision effectively, and may also cause harm to eye health. Li Qian is a doctor in an eye hospital in Guangzhou. She gave us some advice to help us wear contact lenses correctly.
First of all, it is very important to choose the right contact lenses. Li Qian pointed out that depending on the individual, we can choose hard contact lenses or soft contact lenses. Hard contact lenses are breathable and easy to clean, but they are uncomfortable to wear; Soft contact lenses have high comfort, but daily maintenance and cleaning are complicated. Therefore, you must consult a professional doctor before choosing contact lenses, and choose the appropriate contact lenses according to your personal conditions.
Secondly, it is also important to know the correct wearing method. Li Qian stressed that the wearer must wash his hands before touching his eyes and contact lenses to ensure that his hands are clean. Check the condition of contact lenses before wearing them to ensure that there are no cracks or dirt. At the same time, use your finger pulp to lift the lower eye bud on the eyeball, slightly pull up the upper eyelid, and gently place the contact lens on the eyeball. After wearing, gently close your eyes several times to make the contact lenses better absorb to the eye surface. Finally, confirm whether the position of the contact lens is correct and whether there is discomfort.
In addition, Li Qian warned us to use contact lenses rationally. She said that the time to wear contact lenses every day should not be too long, and it is usually recommended to wear contact lenses within 8 hours. If you need to wear them for a long time, you must choose contact lenses with good air permeability, and follow the doctor's advice. In addition, clean contact lenses with fresh contact lens care solution every day, and replace contact lens cases regularly to avoid bacteria breeding.
Properly maintain contact lenses
Contact lens maintenance is also an important part of correct wear. Li Qian suggested that contact lenses should be soaked in contact lens care solution before use to ensure adequate cleaning and sterilization. When taking out contact lenses, be sure to wash your hands to ensure that they are clean and free of foreign matters. After taking out the contact lens with fingertips, wash the contact lens with flowing water to ensure that the dirt on the surface is cleaned.
In addition, Li Qian also warned us to pay attention to the cleaning of contact lens cases. She pointed out that the contact lens box should be cleaned regularly and sterilized by boiling hot water for 5 minutes to ensure that there are no bacteria in the contact lens box. Before wearing contact lenses each time, put them into a clean contact lens case and soak them in fresh contact lens care solution for at least 6 hours to ensure the cleanliness of contact lenses.
In addition, Li Qian also reminded us not to lend contact lenses to others at will. Everyone's eye shape and sensitivity are different, sharing contact lenses may cause cross infection. Maintaining personal hygiene and not sharing contact lenses with others is the prerequisite for correct wear and maintenance.
Regular eye examination
Li Qian stressed that regular eye examination is also an important part of correct use of contact lenses. We should go to regular hospitals for eye examination to ensure the health of the eyes.
Eye examination can not only detect whether contact lenses are suitable for our eyes, but also find out the possible eye problems caused by contact lenses, such as dry eye, keratitis, etc. Find eye problems in time and take corresponding measures to reduce damage to eyes.
In addition, Li Qian reminded us that if there are abnormal conditions such as redness, swelling, pain and blurred vision when wearing contact lenses, we must stop wearing contact lenses immediately and seek medical advice in time.
summary
Proper wearing of contact lenses is critical to eye health. First of all, the choice of suitable contact lenses is the basis, and doctors need to be consulted to make a choice according to personal conditions. Secondly, you should master the correct wearing method, keep your hands clean before wearing, and carefully check the status and position of contact lenses. Contact lenses should be used reasonably, and should not be worn too long every day. Pay attention to the cleaning and replacement of contact lenses. Check the eyes regularly to find out eye problems in time. By choosing, wearing and maintaining contact lenses correctly, we can enjoy a comfortable visual experience and protect the health of our eyes.
