Is it ok to sleep in contacts?

Question

I often feel too tired to take out my contact lenses before sleeping, especially after a long day at work. My friend said it's really bad for your eyes, but sometimes I just forget. Is it okay to do this once in a while or should I always remove them?

Kiran Kumar · Accepted Answer

I've always wondered this too! Sometimes I'm so tired I just pass out, and then wake up panicking because I forgot to take them out. From what I've read, it's usually a big no-no because of eye infections. So trying to be more disciplined now.

Arjun Menon · Answer

While there are some 'extended wear' lenses designed for overnight use, even with those, eye care professionals usually advise against sleeping in them regularly due to increased risk of infection and irritation. For conventional lenses, it's a clear no. Always consult your ophthalmologist for specific guidance related to your eye health and lens type.

Rohan Deshmukh · Answer

Oh, really? I didn't know this was a big deal. What if you have those special extended-wear contacts? Are those okay to sleep in? Or still no?

Pooja Sharma · Answer

Na baba na! Absolutely not, haan. My eye doctor gave me a big lecture about this. Kehte hain, infection ho sakta hai, aankhein dry ho jaati hain. Bahut problem ho sakti hai. Always take them out before sleeping, even for a nap.

Aisha Khan · Answer

It's generally not recommended to sleep in contact lenses. It can lead to eye infections and discomfort. Best to take them out to keep your eyes healthy.

Shreya Kapoor · Answer

With PCOS, I've learned to be really cautious about my health, including my eyes. So, for contacts, I would definitely say it's not a good idea to sleep with them in, unless your eye doctor specifically said so for a certain type. The risk of infection is just too high to take lightly.

Is it ok to sleep in contacts?

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Consult a internal medicine specialist

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