Redding CA eye doctor
Eye care office in Redding CAAt Enterprise Optometry Group, our eye care office in Redding CA is experienced in treating all types of eye conditions and eye infections. Contact lens related infections can be dangerous and if you are experiencing what may be an infection, should call our offices immediately for eye care.
Most people can wear contact lenses safely and easily, however, there is a small risk of developing eye infections when wearing them. The longer the lenses stay in, the higher the risk for infection, so those who use extended wear contact lenses are more at risk for infection. Environmental factors, such as dirt and dust getting under the contact, reduced tear and moisture under the lens, and poor eye care and hygiene can also contribute to eye infections. One of the most common eye infections is called a corneal ulcer, which is usually caused by germs and creates an erosion or sore on the cornea’s surface. Corneal ulcers can also form after an eye injury or a virus. Wearing contact lenses overnight can put people at risk for corneal ulcers. Symptoms include redness, blurry vision, discharge, tearing, itching, sensitivity to light and pain. Should you experience symptoms, call our eye care office in Redding CA immediately for an appointment. A corneal ulcer is best diagnosed early and requires aggressive treatment because the ulcer can cause blindness or vision loss if left undetected. Antibiotics, steroidal eye drops or anti-fungal medications are often used to treat the condition.
Other eye infections that we treat at our eye care office in Redding CA is contact lens induced acute red eye, which is caused by sleeping with contact lenses on. Symptoms include waking with red eyes and soreness, and the condition is treated by discontinuing use of contact lenses for a prolonged period of time until the eyes heal. The best way to avoid these and other eye infections is to follow the proper lens care guidelines given you by our optometrist, and to ensure that contact lenses are kept clean and fresh. Contact lenses should be touched as little as possible and have minimal contact with water.
3080 Victor Ave
Redding, California 96002
(530) 222-3166
By Enterprise Optometry Group
March 7, 2016
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