Ortho-K lenses have been proven safe and effective in controlling the progression of myopia and temporarily correcting nearsightedness for users. However, during the initial period, patients may experience some symptoms in their eyes. Read on to distinguish common or unusual symptoms caused by Ortho-K lenses, as well as some other tips to protect your child’s eyes and maximize the benefits of the lenses during usage!
Understanding Common Symptoms in the Initial Period
While Ortho-K lenses do not affect sleep quality, users may feel slight discomfort in the first few days. This phenomenon typically improves over time, so there’s no need to worry excessively. Additionally, users can minimize this condition by applying artificial tears to enhance moisture and support lens movement on the eyes upon waking up.
Some common symptoms include:
- Sensation of a foreign object and slight discomfort in the eyes.
- Mild dryness and flaking at the eye corners upon waking up.
- Unstable vision in the first few weeks of wearing Ortho-K lenses.
- Glare and halos at night, especially in the first few months of wearing Ortho-K lenses.
Some unusual symptoms include:
- Eye pain, light sensitivity.
- Burning, stinging, and excessive tearing.
- Redness of the eyes.
- Sensation of the lens sticking to the eye and difficulty removing the lens in the morning.
When encountering unusual symptoms, users should remove the lenses, clean them with preservative-free saline solution, and then wear them again. If the symptoms persist, discontinue lens usage and visit us for examination and advice from an optometrist.
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