Question 1

can a contact lens get stuck behind your eye?

Accepted Answer

No: The membrane that covered the white part of the eye extends up under the eyelid and then returns down as the inner lining of the eyelid.  As such it creates a pocket up under the lid that will prevent a contact lens from going behind your eye.  A contact lens can get stuck up in this fornix but it can be removed.

Question 2

a piece of my contact lens is stuck behind my eye..what do you suggest to get it out?

Accepted Answer

Go see your doctor.: Cecille, 

retained contact lens pieces can damage your eyes.  You should schedule an appointment immediately with your current eye care provider.

Question 3

can a contact lens get lost in an eye, it was so dry when eye was rubbed it got lost inside eye, what should i do?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Contact  lenses can get lost in the conjunctival fornix and can be found by careful examination and removed with  little effort.

Question 4

contact lens: are my eyes too small or do i have to get used to not blinking when i put them on?  something's not working.

Accepted Answer

Maybe not used to it: If you are not used to contact lenses it might be hard to wear them at first, but it should get easier with time.  Glasses are also good, but they can also take time to get used to.  It is good to be able to use both.  If the problems persist, see your eye doctor.

Question 5

just started wearing contact lens. how soon do i get over feeling something in my eye?

Accepted Answer

Depends: If you have dry eyes or if it doesn't fit, never.  If you are able to wear contact lenses with adequate tears and assuming its soft contact lenses that fit well, it should feel comfortable at least in 15 min, at most 30 min.  If its not comfortable beyond that, i'd get it checked again.

Question 6

how long does it take after taking a contact lens eye exam to get your contacts made and ready?

Accepted Answer

Contacts: This would depend on the type of contact lens.  Hard contact lenses have to be specially made and fitted.  Soft contact lenses are stocked in vials are readily available to all parameters usually.

Question 7

can i get free contact lens fitting with eye exam?

Accepted Answer

Usually not: Unless the eye care provider is having a special deal, contact lens fitting charges are usually in addition to the eye exam charges. This is usually true for both optometrists and ophthalmologists.

Question 8

is there any possibility to get implantable contact lens done if there is no iris n natural lens in the eye.if yes then how much safe it is ?

Accepted Answer

No: If there is no lens and no iris there is an intraocular len with iris that may be able to be used. The surgery would need to be done be an approved investigator in the us.

Question 9

can someone get an eye injury due to contact lens?

Accepted Answer

Definitely: If overused (like sleeping in them) and not correctly cleaned, you are at risk for a corneal infection which can lead to scarring.

Question 10

i blink & get a thin oily film. it blurs my vision badly. it sticks to my contact lens. i have dry eye. drops dont help. whats wrong, how to fix this?

Accepted Answer

Dry eye : You have dry eyes.  The reason for dry eyes could be multiple factors.  Your medication, birth control, hormonal, hydration, contact lens use and possibly allergy.  You may want to wear daily contact lenses to avoid CL related allergy.  Hydration and you Amy consider omega 3 essential FA.  Use preservative free tears often.  You may need medical treatment if still persist.

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Can a contact lens get lost in an eye, it was so dry when eye was rubbed it got lost inside eye, what should i do?

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Contact lens: are my eyes too small or do i have to get used to not blinking when i put them on? something's not working.

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Just started wearing contact lens. how soon do i get over feeling something in my eye?

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How long does it take after taking a contact lens eye exam to get your contacts made and ready?

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Can i get free contact lens fitting with eye exam?

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Is there any possibility to get implantable contact lens done if there is no iris n natural lens in the eye.if yes then how much safe it is ?

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Can someone get an eye injury due to contact lens?

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I blink & get a thin oily film. it blurs my vision badly. it sticks to my contact lens. i have dry eye. drops dont help. whats wrong, how to fix this?

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