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Soft Contact Lens-induced Dry Eye Linked to Tear Dynamics Only While Wearing Lenses

Soft contact lens-related dry eye was associated with tear dynamics while wearing soft contact lenses but not after they were removed, according to a study published by Current Eye Research.

The prospective study analyzed the right eyes of 17 full-time disposable or frequent replacement soft contact lens users at Wada Eye Clinic (11 men, 6 women; mean age: 36.8 ± 8.3 years). Participants were divided into 2 groups depending on the presence or absence of dry eye symptoms while wearing contact lenses. Tear dynamics…

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Plain Talk About the Consequences of Poor Contact Lens Care

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Soft Contact Lens-induced Dry Eye Linked to Tear Dynamics Only While Wearing Lenses

Soft contact lens-related dry eye was associated with tear dynamics while wearing soft contact lenses but not after they were removed, according to a study published by Current Eye Research.

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