I just had a shower with my contacts in, is this bad?

Question

I know you're not supposed to but I forgot I had them in.

I've taken them out now.

They're daily disposables so I've thrown them away.

Answer 1

NO  NOT AT ALL BAD

Answer 2

You shouldn't as a general rule of thumb.

If it's happened once, it's not a big deal, I wouldn't make a habit of it however.

One reason being tap water may contain Acanthamoeba, an amoeba commonly found in the water supply, i.e., tap-water.

Which can lead to an eye condition known as Acanthamoeba keratitis, which can threaten your eye sight.

But again, one time, the risk is low. Just don't make a habit of it happening and you should be fine.

PS: Liverpool - You' el ll nunca camina solamente!

(Think my Spanish is right, I'm a bit rusty!)

Answer 3

No...it would only be scary if you went to sleep wearing contacts.

Answer 4

What?  What's wong with showering with your contacts in?  There is nothing wrong with that at all.  I shower with mine in, swim, whitewater raft, whatever.  Water and steam dont hurt them a bit- in fact, it can make them more comfortable to wear.  Whomever told you not to wear contacts in the shower is a crackpot.

Answer 5

"you're not supposed to" is not equal to "it will be bad for me"

Answer 6

Um.  NO!!  i think you'll be okay.  don't freak out about c**p like this!

Answer 7

Of course! It can irritate your eyes and... who knows what it can do to your eye!!!