Wearing contact lenses is part of life for some people.

They are a necessity for individuals who have difficulty seeing things clearly due to vision problems.

For people with vision problems, contact lenses can correct their eyesight just likeeyeglassesdo.

Woman applying contact lenses

Not to mention the horror oflosing contact lenses in the eyes.

Yes, it happens.

However, there are instances that contact lenses are preferable to eyeglasses.

A woman rubbing her eyes

For athletes and gym-goers with vision problems, contact lenses are perfect for their rigorous activities.

“Wearing contact lenses increases the risk for several serious conditions, includingeye infectionsand corneal ulcers.”

He also shared that the risks “can even result in blindness” in rare cases.

Contact lenses can make your eyes dry

Tears lubricate and refresh the eyes.

Instead, the clear liquid will go to the contact lenses to keep them soft.

Experts usually prescribe eye drops for individuals who experiencedry eyes.

This helps to ensure the ocular surface remains healthy."

Healthline, meanwhile, notes that contact-lens solution can be a cause of dryness.

If so, consider changing the product.

As a reminder, it’s always good to check the label.