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A 29-year-old female asked:
I tried to wear contact lenses but my eyes are too dry.no dropshelp.what can i use?
2 doctor answers • 3 doctors weighed in
Dr. Richard Bensingeranswered
Ophthalmology 53 years experience
Help is possible: Consult your ophthalmologist. Dryness of the eyes is common and there are a variety of topical and mechanical aids to assist with this. There are also designs of contact lenses which are tolerant of eye dryness. You need more information and help.
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Dr. Jay Bradleyanswered
Cornea, Cataract, & Refractive (LASIK & PRK) Surgery 19 years experience
Punctal plugs: I would try punctal plugs in both lower lids. If persistent symptoms, i would try daily contact lenses and/or restasis. See your eye doctor.
5.4k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
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A 35-year-old member asked:
Please help! when i wear contact lenses my eyes get really dry?
1 doctor answer • 1 doctor weighed in
Dr. Tim Conradanswered
Ophthalmology 35 years experience
See eye doc: See your eye doctor for treatment of your dry eyes. There are many treatment options.
4.5k viewsAnswered >2 years ago
A 37-year-old member asked:
Should wearing contact lenses make your eyes dry?
1 doctor answer • 2 doctors weighed in
Dr. Richard Bensingeranswered
Ophthalmology 53 years experience
No: Contacts are supported on a tear film (they do not actually touch the eye) so if your tears are deficient, wearing the contacts may be uncomfortable but the contacts will not cause dryness.
5.5k viewsReviewed >2 years ago
Last updated Feb 9, 2013
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