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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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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.
Answered 5/12/2017
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