A 42-year-old member asked:
Please tell me, are there fake contact lenses for cataract eyes?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in

Dr. Tim Conradanswered
Ophthalmology 36 years experience
No: All contact lenses are real contact lenses for whatever purpose they being used. Perhaps I am not understanding your question? Give a description of the problem.
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A 47-year-old member asked:
Please tell me, are contact lenses good for your eyes?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in

Dr. Richard Wiederanswered
Ophthalmology 37 years experience
Contact lenses: Are a great way to correct your vision and are well tolerated most of the time. They can cause problems in some people, especially if they are sensitive to the contact lens material or if they don't take proper care of their lenses (i.e. Regular cleaning and disposal).
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A 43-year-old member asked:
Can you tell me if contact lenses have any dangers on the eyes?
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Dr. Richard Bensingeranswered
Ophthalmology 54 years experience
Overuse and abuse: Contact lenses, properly fit, can be harmless and helpful. But instructions must be followed on wear schedule, replacement schedule, and cleaning schedule. If these are violated, then the chance for infection and irritation are increased. If the eye gets red always remove the lens and also if the vision drops or the eye feels bad.
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A 41-year-old member asked:
Can you tell me if contact lenses damage your eyes?
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Dr. Tim Conradanswered
Ophthalmology 36 years experience
No damage: Contact lenses, if used properly and under the care of an experienced eye doctor, will rarely cause problems that can lead to damage. Improper use can and does cause damage.
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Last updated Dec 17, 2013
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