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Which contact lens is good for dry eyes?

I want to start wearing contact lenses. I have dry eyes. Which contact lens is good for dry eyes?

3 Answers

There are many types of contact lenses that are available including disposable, daily, weekly, 2-week lenses, monthly, and quarterly lenses. There are high oxygen and high-water content lenses that may be appropriate for your eyes. My suggestion to you is to consult with an eye doctor in order to determine how dry your eyes are by having a Schirmer test done which shows the quantity of tears that you are forming. If you are currently using drops for your dry eyes, then these drops must be compatible with any contact lens that you are using, or another alternative may have to be prescribed. Once this is determined, a properly fitting and comfortable lens needs to be tried in order to see if it meets your expectations. The type of lens will need to be determined by your eye doctor, and there may be many options for you depending upon your personal, professional, and recreational needs. And obviously, any contact lens must meet your visual needs for driving, distance, close work, computer work, or anything that is important for you. Good luck and best wishes.
Daily lenses are most helpful.
My day daily has been known to be comfortable
Also it's okay to use rewetting drop midday.
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