Question 1

i have an artificial lens in my right eye which seems cloudy. is there something wrong with this artificial lens and can it be corrected?

Accepted Answer

: An implanted lens cannot develop a cataract or otherwise become cloudy. Almost certainly there is some other reason for your cloudy vision. Contact an ophthalmologist, ideally the one who did your cataract surgery. If this has started recently, do it ASAP:  come causes of cloudy vision can be serious and require urgent treatment. Good luck.

Question 2

there was a stinging feeling when i put the contact lens in my eye, i removed them in about 45 min and my left eye vision got cloudy.

Accepted Answer

See your eye doctor: If you have eye drops (and you should if you are using contacts) then use the drops in your left eye to rinse out any mucous that may be there obstructing your vision.  If your vision doesn't improve after rinsing your eye, then you should see a doctor as soon as possible to have your eye examined.

Question 3

i wear hard contact lenses. i get blurry or cloudy vision as i have discharges of white substances from my eyes.
how can i manage this?

Accepted Answer

: Blurry vision . I highly recommend you see an eye doctor.

Question 4

my eye is red and has a white cloudy spot in the iris. contact lens out for 2 days but had to put them back in today. no pain just fuzzy spot looking ?

Accepted Answer

See eye doctor: If the white cloudy spot on the iris is new, you ought to consult an eye doctor immediately. It may be a sign of inflammation inside the eye and needs to be addressed without delay. If you do not have access to an eye doctor, go the emergency room of hospital near you.

Question 5

i accidentally got lens cleaning solution (isopropyl alcohol based, i think?) in my eye. should i be concerned? my left eye is slightly cloudy and it feels irritated, but isnt red?

Accepted Answer

: Should be fine but can use some over the counter lubricating eye drops to help with blurring ( refresh , systane

Question 6

is it safe to wear band aid contact lens when you are sleeping? my right eye (the scratched one) has a cloudy vision, is it normal?

Accepted Answer

Bandage contact: A bandage contact lens is used to help corneal abrasions heal and tp keep the patient more comfortable. If this has healed you no longer need the contact lens at night. Cloudy vision sometimes is caused by scarring or swelling of the. Corneal tissue, occasionally the contact lens clouds the vision.

Question 7

are contact lenses bad for eyes ?

Accepted Answer

Depends, but mostly: On factors such as cleanliness, duration and frequency of use.  Infection and  allergic conjunctivitis can occur and are more likely if the lenses aren't taken care of properly or are over worn.  So, they can be bad for the eyes if an infection develops.  Hard contact lenses can temporarily change the shape of the cornea.  Best to see a good eye specialist.

Question 8

why do my contact lenses irritate my eyes?

Accepted Answer

Contact  lenses: Dirty old lenses can do this, as well as dry eyes and dry eye syndrome.

Question 9

contact lenses moves in my eyes, why is this?

Accepted Answer

2 possibilities: Some movement of contact lenses is normal and desirable.  Too much movement causes blurred vision and discomfort.  Your eye doctor can evaluate whether the amount of movement is okay or if you need a different contact lens.

Question 10

are crizal lenses recommended for myopic eyes?

Accepted Answer

Maybe: Crizal is an anti-reflective and anti-scratch coating that will allow more light through your glasses and make them last longer.  It is a  reasonable investment.

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I have an artificial lens in my right eye which seems cloudy. is there something wrong with this artificial lens and can it be corrected?

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There was a stinging feeling when i put the contact lens in my eye, i removed them in about 45 min and my left eye vision got cloudy.

A member asked:

I wear hard contact lenses. i get blurry or cloudy vision as i have discharges of white substances from my eyes. how can i manage this?

A member asked:

My eye is red and has a white cloudy spot in the iris. contact lens out for 2 days but had to put them back in today. no pain just fuzzy spot looking ?

A member asked:

I accidentally got lens cleaning solution (isopropyl alcohol based, i think?) in my eye. should i be concerned? my left eye is slightly cloudy and it feels irritated, but isnt red?

A member asked:

Is it safe to wear band aid contact lens when you are sleeping? my right eye (the scratched one) has a cloudy vision, is it normal?

A member asked:

Are contact lenses bad for eyes ?

A member asked:

Why do my contact lenses irritate my eyes?

A member asked:

Contact lenses moves in my eyes, why is this?

A member asked:

Are crizal lenses recommended for myopic eyes?

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