Dry Eyes and Contact Lenses?

Question

I recently switched to wearing contacts after having glasses for ever. I found that I can't wear the contacts very long because I guess I have extremely dry eyes (never noticed the dry eyes before I got the contacts.) I have Acuvue contacts which are supposed to be good for that. I use a wash/rinse/soak that is supposed to help the lenses retain moisture. I "cushion" the lenses with a moisturizing drop before inserting them in my eyes. And I carry the drops with me to use as needed. But, I find I have to use the drops every 5-10 minutes or just be uncomfortable and not see very well.

Any suggestions?

Answer 1

Needing rewetting drops every 5 minutes or so is too often (You are using only drops that are specified for soft contact lens use, right? If you aren't, that could be affecting your contacts, which may be some of the problem). Try a new set of lenses. If that doesn't help, go back to the doctor who prescribed the contacts for you. He or she can prescribe a different lens for you, but make sure to describe any and all issues you have with the Acuvues you have now. Some contacts that work for some won't work for others, and it sometimes takes a few different attempts to find a lens that works well. I'm going on my third attempt to find the right lens this time, so don't give up!

Answer 2

I don't know if this will help but. I use to have the same thing. and it only stopped when i stopped caring. i stopped using the eye drops and "cushioning" them. i started only wearing them 8-10 hrs after that i do need drops.
what i do is i will wash my eyes in the morning and wait a few minutes. the i put a eye drop in put my contact in and put in another eye drop. and i usually don't have a problem rest of the day.

Answer 3

Be thankful - my eyes are so naturally dry that I can not even see through the poly-carb glasses I have to stick with glass lenses and will never be able to try the contacts.

Answer 4

I have the same problem, so I just blink ever few seconds