{"id":27566,"date":"2024-05-21T23:55:53","date_gmt":"2024-05-21T21:55:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/contact-lens-intolerance-causes-tips-treatment-options\/"},"modified":"2024-10-02T20:45:40","modified_gmt":"2024-10-02T18:45:40","slug":"contact-lens-intolerance-causes-tips-treatment-options","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/en\/contact-lens-intolerance-causes-tips-treatment-options\/","title":{"rendered":"Contact lens intolerance: causes, tips &amp; treatment options"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Contact lenses are a popular visual aid.\nHowever, wearing them is not always possible without discomfort: many people suffer from contact lens intolerance.\nThis article explains the <strong>symptoms of contact lens intolerance <\/strong>, what you can do about it and what alternatives there are to contact lenses.  <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Development and symptoms of contact lens intolerance<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A contact lens covers the cornea.\nThis impairs the <strong>transport of nutrients from the tear film to the cornea<\/strong>.\nDegradation substances accumulate under the contact lens, which can only be removed via the tear film with difficulty.\nThis can result in contact lens intolerance, which causes various symptoms.\nThose affected suffer from symptoms such as    <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Redness and inflammation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Itching  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Burning sensation<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Watery eyes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inflammatory change on the inside of the upper eyelid<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Causes of contact lens intolerance<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">One possible cause that leads to the symptoms of contact lens intolerance is an <strong>allergic reaction.<\/strong> The allergy can relate both to the materials of the contact lenses themselves (silicone and plastic) and to the contact lens solution.\nAn allergic reaction should be considered in particular if you already suffer from other allergies and skin sensitivities.\nHowever, other causes can trigger contact lens intolerance:  <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lack of hygiene<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If contact lenses are not sufficiently cleaned and disinfected, <strong>germs, dirt and protein deposits<\/strong> can accumulate.\nThis not only causes irritation to the eye, but also increases the risk of infection.\nIt is therefore all the more important that contact lenses are <strong>cleaned regularly<\/strong> and that hands are washed before inserting and removing them.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dry eyes  <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you already suffer from <a href=\"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/en\/dry-eyes\/\">dry eyes<\/a>, then you have an increased risk of contact lens intolerance.\nWearing contact lenses <strong>impairs natural tear production.<\/strong> This can intensify the dryness of the eyes.\nThis is often not recognized as the cause.\nThis is because when worn, the contact lens acts like a cover that protects the eye better than the tear film.\nThe increased dryness is only noticed when the contact lens is removed.    <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Incorrect adjustment or incorrect application<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It is also important that the contact lenses fit well.\n <strong>Inadequate adaptation of contact lenses<\/strong> to the individual eye can lead to rubbing, pressure points and pinching of the eye.\nIncorrect use can also cause contact lens intolerance.\nIf the recommended wearing time for contact lenses is exceeded, this can lead to irritation and dryness of the eyes.     <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"512\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mann-mit-schmerzenden-Augen-512x1024.webp\" alt=\"Man with sore eyes\" class=\"wp-image-24046\" style=\"aspect-ratio:2\/3;object-fit:cover\" srcset=\"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mann-mit-schmerzenden-Augen-512x1024.webp 512w, https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mann-mit-schmerzenden-Augen-150x300.webp 150w, https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mann-mit-schmerzenden-Augen-768x1536.webp 768w, https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mann-mit-schmerzenden-Augen-1024x2048.webp 1024w, https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/Mann-mit-schmerzenden-Augen.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 512px) 100vw, 512px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><\/h3>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Hormonal changes<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hormonal fluctuations can also lead to contact lens intolerance.\nThe problem can be triggered in women in particular by: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Taking the pill<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pregnancy  <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Menopause<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Unhealthy lifestyle<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">An unhealthy lifestyle increases the likelihood that you will suffer from contact lens intolerance.\nThings that contribute to an unhealthy lifestyle are: Smoking, not eating a balanced diet and inadequate hydration. <\/p>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Taking countermeasures in the event of contact lens intolerance<\/h2>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">See a specialist<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you experience symptoms of contact lens intolerance, you should first consult <strong>your ophthalmologist or optician<\/strong>.\nThey will help you to find the cause of the intolerance.\nAt the same time, symptoms such as inflammation can be treated medically <strong>with eye drops, ointments or medication <\/strong>.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Fitting contact lenses and care products<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You should also reconsider your hygiene measures.\nRegular <strong>cleaning and disinfection of contact lenses<\/strong> and the use of suitable care products minimize the risk of contact lens intolerance.\nIf necessary, a change of contact lens brand or material can help.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Individually fitted contact lenses  <\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The<strong> size of the contact lenses<\/strong> may need to be checked again.\nThis is to avoid <strong>friction, irritation or mechanical injury<\/strong> to the cornea caused by unsuitable contact lenses.\nYou should therefore attend regular follow-up examinations.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Switch to daily disposable lenses<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Daily disposable lenses are only used once and then disposed of.\n <strong>Changing the lenses every day<\/strong> makes it easier to comply with hygiene measures.\nDaily cleaning is no longer necessary.\nYou also avoid the build-up of deposits on the contact lenses, which can lead to irritation.   <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Reduce contact lens wearing time and take breaks<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The recommended wearing time for contact lenses varies depending on the manufacturer and material.\nYou should always adhere to this.\nIf you already suffer from symptoms of intolerance, it may be helpful to reduce the wearing time further.\nIt is also advisable to have days when you take a break from wearing contact lenses and use alternative visual aids instead &#8211; this allows your eyes to recover.   <\/p>\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-8f761849 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><div class=\"wp-block-image is-style-rounded\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"532\" src=\"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/09\/iStock-943080858-e1695707167523-1024x532.webp\" alt=\"Woman injecting eye drops into the eyes\" class=\"wp-image-22515\" style=\"aspect-ratio:3\/4;object-fit:cover;width:300px\"\/><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-vertically-aligned-center is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use of eye drops<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your contact lenses cause dry eyes or make the dryness worse, you can use eye drops regularly.\nThese <strong>moisturize the eyes<\/strong> and relieve the itching, burning and increased tearing of the eyes. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Avoid irritants  <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If your eyes are already irritated by wearing contact lenses, you should take care to avoid other potential irritants as far as possible.\nThese include, for example <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Smoke<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dust<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Chemicals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cosmetics<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Alternative visual aids and methods<\/h2>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If all countermeasures are not helpful, you have the option of correcting the visual defect using alternative visual aids or other methods, such as surgery.<\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Recourse to the classic visual aid: glasses<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The advantage of glasses is that they are <strong>easy to use<\/strong>, require no special care and can also serve as a fashion accessory.\nBy adjusting the lenses, glasses can be individually adapted to different strengths of defective vision and different types of visual defects: <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/en\/short-sightedness\/\">Myopia  <\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/en\/long-sightedness\/\">Farsightedness<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/en\/astigmatism\/\">Astigmatism<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/en\/reading-glasses-surgery\/\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/en\/reading-glasses-surgery\/\">Presbyopia (presbyopia)<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Refractive surgery options: laser eye surgery<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Various visual defects can be permanently corrected with the help of laser surgery: Short-sightedness, long-sightedness, astigmatism.\nAn excimer laser changes the cornea in such a way that the refractive power of the eye is adjusted.\nAfter the procedure, visual aids are often no longer necessary.\nIn addition, the <strong>success rates of laser surgery<\/strong> are <strong>very high.<\/strong> This is why laser eye surgery is becoming increasingly popular.\nThere are various methods, including, for example    <\/p>\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/en\/lasik-femto-lasik\/\">Femto-LASIK<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/en\/lasek-prk-trans-prk\/\">Trans-PRK<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/en\/relex-smile\/\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/en\/relex-smile\/\">ReLEX-SMILE<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, laser eye surgery is not suitable for everyone. <strong>Eye diseases or a cornea that is too thin<\/strong> can be reasons for exclusion.\nYou should discuss with an eye specialist whether laser eye surgery is possible for you and which method is suitable for you. <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Lens implants (ICL) for severe visual defects<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Another option for refractive <strong>surgery is a <a href=\"https:\/\/eyelaser.at\/en\/implantation-of-lenses-icl-phake-lenses\/\">lens implant<\/a>.<\/strong> An artificial lens is inserted into the eye.\nThis adjusts the refractive power of the eye and corrects visual defects.\nThis is suitable for <strong>short-sightedness, long-sightedness and presbyopia<\/strong>. Lens implants are often used for particularly severe visual defects or when laser eye surgery is not possible for various reasons.  <\/p>\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Orthokeratology: better vision overnight<\/h3>\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Orthokeratology is a method in which special dimensionally stable contact lenses are worn overnight.\nThe special lens temporarily changes the shape of the cornea so that the refractive power is adjusted.\nThe result: temporarily better vision.\nThe short-term adjustment of the refractive power means that visual aids are no longer required during the day.   <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Contact lenses are a popular visual aid. 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