{"id":11740,"date":"2021-05-30T05:26:47","date_gmt":"2021-05-30T05:26:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/?page_id=11740"},"modified":"2021-07-26T08:42:05","modified_gmt":"2021-07-26T08:42:05","slug":"top-8-tips-for-allergies-and-contact-lenses","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/guide-to-eye-conditions\/dry-eye\/tips-for-allergic-eyes\/top-8-tips-for-allergies-and-contact-lenses\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 8 Tips for Allergies and Contact Lenses"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2><b>Do you suffer from allergies, but also want to wear contact lenses?<\/b><\/h2>\n<p>Pollen is not the only cause of allergies that can affect your eyes and make wearing contact lenses uncomfortable. Dust, pet dander, smoke and mold can all cause allergic reactions in the eye. Luckily, there are easy ways to protect your eyes while maintaining comfort.<\/p>\n<p>If you have allergies, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/practice-search\/\">speak to an doctor<\/a> about how you can reduce your symptoms.<\/p>\n<p><strong>SEE RELATED: <\/strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/eye-conditions\/dry-eye\/tips-for-allergic-eyes\/eye-allergies-and-contact-lenses\/\">Eye Allergies and Contact Lenses<\/a><\/p>\n\n\t<div class=\"practice-search-widget\">\n\t\t<h3>Find an eye doctor near you<\/h3>\n\t\t\n\t<form class=\"practice-search-form practice-search-form-widget\" action=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/practice-search\/results\/\" method=\"get\">\n\n\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"distance\" value=\"100\" class=\"practice-search-distance\">\n\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"page\" class=\"practice-search-page\">\n\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"address_latitude\"><input type=\"hidden\" name=\"address_longitude\">\n\n\t\t<input type=\"text\" name=\"address\" class=\"practice-search-address\" placeholder=\"City, Surburb or Address\" value=\"\">\n\n\t\t\n\t\t\t<input type=\"hidden\" name=\"distance\" value=\"100\" class=\"practice-search-distance\">\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<button type=\"submit\" class=\"practice-search-button\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<svg width=\"19\" height=\"19\" viewBox=\"0 0 19 19\" fill=\"none\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M10.6796 0.130005C9.15708 0.130059 7.66615 0.5646 6.38198 1.38258C5.09781 2.20057 4.07373 3.36803 3.43004 4.74783C2.78634 6.12763 2.54976 7.66246 2.74808 9.17205C2.9464 10.6816 3.57139 12.1033 4.54964 13.27L0.729639 17.08C0.6364 17.1732 0.562439 17.2839 0.511979 17.4058C0.461519 17.5276 0.435547 17.6581 0.435547 17.79C0.435547 17.9219 0.461519 18.0524 0.511979 18.1743C0.562439 18.2961 0.6364 18.4068 0.729639 18.5C0.917942 18.6883 1.17334 18.7941 1.43964 18.7941C1.5715 18.7941 1.70207 18.7681 1.82389 18.7177C1.94571 18.6672 2.0564 18.5932 2.14964 18.5L5.99964 14.62C7.35406 15.6038 8.98566 16.1324 10.6596 16.13C12.7814 16.13 14.8162 15.2871 16.3165 13.7869C17.8168 12.2866 18.6596 10.2517 18.6596 8.13C18.6596 6.00827 17.8168 3.97344 16.3165 2.47315C14.8162 0.97286 12.7814 0.130005 10.6596 0.130005H10.6796ZM10.6796 14.13C9.49295 14.13 8.33291 13.7781 7.34622 13.1188C6.35952 12.4595 5.59049 11.5225 5.13636 10.4261C4.68224 9.32975 4.56342 8.12335 4.79493 6.95946C5.02644 5.79558 5.59788 4.72648 6.437 3.88736C7.27611 3.04825 8.34521 2.4768 9.5091 2.24529C10.673 2.01378 11.8794 2.1326 12.9757 2.58673C14.0721 3.04085 15.0092 3.80989 15.6685 4.79658C16.3277 5.78328 16.6796 6.94332 16.6796 8.13C16.6796 9.7213 16.0475 11.2474 14.9223 12.3726C13.7971 13.4979 12.2709 14.13 10.6796 14.13Z\" fill=\"#fff\"\/><\/svg>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/button>\n\n\t\t<button type=\"button\" class=\"practice-search-use-my-location\">\n\t\t\tSearch near me\n\t\t<\/button>\n\n\n\t<\/form>\n\n\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<p>Here are a few helpful tips to keep in mind.<\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Wear daily disposable lenses<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Contact lenses attract allergens in the air. Not surprisingly, lenses worn for an entire month collect the most allergens and debris for the entire month.<\/p>\n<p>However, disposable daily contact\u00a0 lenses are only worn for one day only before being discarded, allowing allergens less time to accumulate.<\/p>\n<p>Ask your eye doctor about the most suitable regular lenses for your eyes.<\/p>\n<h3><b>2. Minimize lens wear time<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>If your allergic reaction is very mild, you may still be able to wear your contacts during the allergy attack. However, consider reducing the amount of time you wear your lenses.<\/p>\n<h3><b>3. Temporarily wear glasses\u00a0<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>If your eyes are red, itchy and swollen from an allergy, it\u2019s recommended to refrain entirely from wearing contact lenses. Glasses with transition lenses, which are clear when you are indoors and darken in sunlight, are ideal for this time.<\/p>\n<h3><b>4. Initiate a cleaning routine<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Cleaning your contact lenses on a more regular basis will help keep them free of allergens. Some people are allergic to the preservatives in lens cleaning solutions, so be sure to use preservative-free solutions.<\/p>\n<p>Ask your eye doctor about peroxide-based disinfectants, which have a more thorough cleaning effect.<\/p>\n<h3><b>5. Keep your eyes moist<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>To help keep your eyes from drying up or experiencing any additional discomfort, use artificial tears. Make sure they are preservative-free eye-drops; otherwise, you may experience an adverse reaction to the preservatives.<\/p>\n<p>Ask your eye doctor for specific eye drops that can be used with contact lenses.<\/p>\n<h3><b>6. Use hypoallergenic makeup<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>Pay attention to the types of cosmetics you apply around your eyes. Moisture particles from tears or sweat can bring makeup in contact with the eye\u2019s surface.<\/p>\n<p>To decrease allergic reactions, use hypoallergenic creams and cosmetics.<\/p>\n<h3><b>7. Take anti-allergy medications<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>While antihistamines (anti-allergy medications) can help with an allergy attack, they often cause dry eye and may, therefore, intensify symptoms.<\/p>\n<p>Consult your eye doctor if you are taking antihistamines.<\/p>\n<h3><b>8. Inform your eye doctor<\/b><\/h3>\n<p>It\u2019s best to let your eye doctor know if you have any allergies at the time of your eye exam. They will advise you on which type of lenses are more suited to your sensitive eyes, which products to use and how to care for your lenses.<\/p>\n<p>There is no reason you should go through unnecessary suffering with your contact lenses just because you also have allergies.<\/p>\n<p><strong>LEARN MORE:\u00a0<\/strong>\u00a0<a rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/eye-conditions\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-saferedirecturl=\"https:\/\/www.google.com\/url?q=https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/general-practice-optometry\/eye-conditions\/&amp;source=gmail&amp;ust=1627371425620000&amp;usg=AFQjCNFAkq20Jd9C3VzyQMS6lJ_Six2mcA\">Guide to Eye Conditions<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.optometrists.org\/practice-search\/\">Schedule an appointment<\/a> with an eye doctor near you so that you can receive the care and information you need to manage your allergies and contacts all year long.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you suffer from allergies, but also want to wear contact lenses? 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