Contact lens care questions?

Question

Hmm well this is my first day with contacts on and I'm pretty happy that I just get to wear sunglasses again!

Now to the point:

When I'm about to shower, do I take out my lenses and put them in the case with solution even though it's only for like half an hour or just leave them in there dry?

Do I have to replace all the liquid in the case everyday? Can I clean the case with hot water and let it air dry?

What if I have to wear my lenses for more than 10-12 hours (doctor told me only that long) Can't I just leave them in solution for a bit and put them back on for a little while longer?

Any good tips you want to give me so I can prevent anything bad happening to my eyes?

Thanks alot guys! The one with the most valuable information gets my points!

Answer 1

/ Your first few showers should be without your contact lenses on.  Right now, they float easily on your eye, so they can come out in the shower, or you could get soap in your eyes.

After awhile, you'll know when to close your eyes during the shower, and dry your eyes with a towel before opening them (with the lenses in).

Whenever (everytime) you put your lenses in the case, always use new solution.  

You can dry your case (with your lenses in your eyes), but never put your lenses in the case dry.  Solution first, then your lenses.

Wearing your lenses more than 12 hours can cause your eyes to seek oxygen when it isn't there.  Your lenses can clog vessels, and cause problems on the surface of your eyes.  This can lead to irritation.  Your eyes need to breath, too.

PS- Now you can change your avatar, or put sunglasses on it  :)

Answer 2

you should put solution in there. it will definately make a difference in how they feel the next time you wear them.

the solution can get dust particles or other stuff in there even after a day, so replace all the solution. i clean mine with cold water and let it air dry, but i'm sure hot water would be fine too.

sometimes peoples eyes feel dry or tired after wearing contacts all day long. this is why you should give the contacts a rest after 10-12 hours. if your eyes feel fine, its not going to hurt to leave them in for a little while longer.

always wash your hands before putting your contacts in, and clean them gently every day :]

Answer 3

also if you just started wearing them today then you should wear them for 3-4 the first day. 4-5 the second, 5-6 the third, and 6-7 so your eyes can get used to them. If not they will try out to quick. It may take a fe more ays of wearing htem for a small period to get used to them.