Why do eyes look dilated after using lens for 12 hours?

Question

Hi doctor,

I used contact lens for more than 12 hours and also applied eye drops twice. During that time, my left eye had slight pain. But, I ignored it. Next morning, left eye looks dilated and off center. What to do?

Answer 1

Hello,

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From the description you have given, it looks like you have contact lens induced keratitis. This means in simple language, that due to abuse of contact lens, your cornea has been injured. This could be serious. I suggest you that immediately remove your lenses and abstain from using it for at least a week, till your eye heals and feels better. You can start using an antibiotic steroid combination eye drops three times a day for a week. Please remember that if you do not see some improvement in two days and then kindly consult an eye doctor . Always keep in mind that, though contact lenses are an excellent alternative to eye glass, they also have the potential to harm the eye, if abused. I hope I have addressed your concerns. Feel free to reach out if you have any further questions. Thank you.