Can I wear normal contact lenses with keratoconus?

The first line of treatment is usually to correct the irregular cornea with rigid gas permeable (RGP) contact lenses, although some people with early keratoconus may be able to wear glasses or soft contact lenses. These are thicker than regular soft lenses so they retain a rigid shape.

Can keratoconus patients wear soft contact lenses?

Soft contact lenses are not a typical choice for keratoconus patients. However, people who find it difficult to tolerate “hard” contact lenses may respond well to custom soft lenses. These lenses may provide less visual clarity, so it’s critical to weigh the importance of comfort versus optimal vision.

Can you wear soft contacts after cross linking?

Most patients can return to wearing contact lenses 2 to 6 weeks after having the cross-linking procedure depending on whether you are a candidate for transepithelial corneal cross-linking. Your surgeon will determine how long this might take in your case.

Do glasses help keratoconus?

Lenses. Eyeglasses or soft contact lenses. Glasses or soft contact lenses can correct blurry or distorted vision in early keratoconus. But people frequently need to change their prescription for eyeglasses or contacts as the shape of their corneas change.

When should you not wear contact lenses?

Do not wear lenses if your eyes are red, irritated, teary, painful, light sensitive, or if you have sudden blurred vision or discharge. If these symptoms don’t clear up in a few days, see your optometrist. Do not handle lenses with dirty hands. Do not use saliva to wet or clean your lenses.

Can I wear contact lenses daily?

Don’t Overwear Your Daily Lenses Wearing your lenses for long periods of time can damage your eyes, even if they’re daily contacts. The maximum recommended daily use for any contact lens is 14-16 hours, though Jonathon Jimmerson, OD will determine the exact number of hours you should wear your lenses.