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A member asked:
If my eyes are dry, should i put my contacts in eye drop solution?
2 doctors weighed in across 2 answers
Drops to the eye: Putting a contact in the drops does not help but using eye drops 4-5x per day may help with your dry eyes. Please make sure to get contact lenses for dry eyes that has a better water solubility and permeability to oxygen. Please drink more fluid, if you have allergy treat it or avoid the allergen, eye lid hygiene and omega 3 also helps with dry eyes.
Answered 10/4/2016
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No: If your eyes feel dry, you should use eye drops in your eyes to lubricate them. Your contact should only be placed and/or stored with the appropriate contact lens solution. If the dryness persists, you should go see an eye doctor for further evaluation.
Answered 12/5/2012
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