Posts by rustymarlin39

Noah Harris50 said:I’m dealing with the exact same eye issues, even though I've worn contacts for 17 years. It all started from overusing them, especially while staring at a computer screen. You blink way less when you're working, which dries out your tears and causes irritation and those visible blood vessels. I really suggest cutting back on your contact lens hours, particularly when you're at the desk. If you can, try switching to glasses while using the computer. These drops only provide about 20 minutes of relief before you need more. Plus, your eyes get used to them, so you end up needing them constantly. Whenever you aren't busy, like when you're just relaxing at home, take the lenses out and wear glasses to give your eyes a break. It'll be worth it.

goldenowl said:I've been wearing soft contacts for years. They never bothered me, so I jumped straight into wearing them all day from the start, but just like you, I dealt with bloodshot eyes. My eye doctor suggested I wear my contacts at work but switch to glasses when I'm home. He also told me to increase my wear time by just one hour each week and take a five-minute break from the computer every hour or so—just enough time to grab some water or step away. Gradually, my eyes adjusted. Now, I can wear them all day without much redness at all.
And definitely make sure to clean them regularly and replace them on schedule.

Lawrence Wells said:You shouldn't wear your contacts for more than 8 hours a day. Soft lenses don't let enough oxygen reach your eyes, which causes redness and stinging. Using some lubricating drops might help.

the ambassador said:that could potentially be an issue🙂
Just avoid using it for a little while (maybe a week or two). If the problem persists, go see a doctor.😉

Sean Hernandez5 said:They even have those specialized contact lenses designed for people who stare at screens all day—something about oxygen permeability and all that. A lady offered them to me while I was picking up my order, but I passed since they’re pretty pricey.😢
If you wear your pads or tampons past their recommended monthly or quarterly window—which, let's be honest, most people do—you should stay mindful of hygiene.🤣Then you might run the risk of developing broken capillaries.😉

nukac said:Just stay brave and keep going. I’ve been wearing my contacts all day for three days straight now. Sure, they were a little sore, and last night I actually felt like they might peel right off my eyes, but everything is fine now. One time I even forgot to take them out at night and ended up wearing them for two full days. I know it's irresponsible, but—it happens. 😁

jadesailor14 said:

crimsonotter29 said:[*]I check if it looks like a wilted tulip ((C) jadesailor14), and if it does, I flip it.

🤣
I was in such a great mood that day. 😵

Haha, there was one day I caught myself staring at my lens thinking, "Why doesn't mine look like a tulip? It must be torn."🤣 😂

jadesailor14 said:It isn't necessarily better; it's just closer to what you actually need.

crimsonotter29 said:My doctor was just as baffled when I first tried
putting in contacts: "How can you not see the difference?" I suggest a comparative
analysis 😁: hold both lenses close together on something flat
(like your fingertip 🙂) and compare them. Then flip one over and check again. There is a massive
difference: when the lens is inside out, the edges look almost flat.

crimsonotter29 said:I've been wearing B&L lenses for four years now. I struggled with figuring out which side was right or left and getting them in during those first few days.
Now my routine is:

1. wash my hands, but don't dry them.
2. Grab the right lens with my right index finger and lay it out so it follows the curve of my fingertip.
3. Add 2-3 drops of solution to the lens to rinse away any tiny bits of dust.
4. Flip the lens onto my left index finger and repeat step (3).
5. Put it back on my right fingertip, this time making sure the concave side is facing up.
   (If you can't tell which way is which—just remember "the cup holds the coffee." 😁)
6. Check if it looks like a wilted tulip (as jadesailor14 mentioned); if it does, flip it over.
7. Drop 1-2 more drops of solution on it, then pop the whole thing in my eye.

Hope this helps! Let me know if you need more detail. 😬

jadesailor14 said:My doctor actually said I couldn't wear soft contacts in my left eye at all, yet it feels perfectly fine
while my right eye always feels the lens presence 🤣

I would personally go with the 8.7 ones
but that's just my opinion, so don't take my word as gospel😬

Lawrence Wells said:You can order Optix o2 soft lenses through that link; they feature a universal base curve.

jadesailor14 said:Just order those Johnson & Johnson ones online.
The price difference isn't a big deal, and I honestly haven't heard anyone complain about them yet.

jadesailor14 said:off topic 😬 if you have sensitive skin, I recommend Avena
these creams have been a lifesaver for me. They are a bit pricier than the stuff at CVS, but still reasonable
my skin is extremely dry and prone to reacting to just about everything

be careful with chamomile; it's a pretty strong allergen, and it’s a total disaster for me

from experience, you learn that eye doctors at places like LensCrafters often push whatever they have in stock😉 you really have to do your own research

the right-side-up lens trick
when a lens is facing the right way, looking at it straight on at eye level, it should look like a glass bowl with flat edges
if the edges flare outward, it's upside down
some brands even have markings to show which side is which, so you can't miss it
after all these years, I don't even bother checking anymore; I just intuitively know if it's right-side up, and I honestly can't remember which ones have those markings

one more thing is vital: you cannot let any tiny speck get inside the lens
it isn't as big of an issue with hard lenses because they float away, but soft lenses trap them against your eye, which is no fun
so, wash your hands and instead of using a towel, just let them air dry
since I'm always rushing at the last minute, I end up waving my hands around like a crazy bird trying to dry them faster🤣

Brandon Thomas89 said:I didn't notice a difference at first either. I was pretty indifferent about it. Then I realized that if I turned them one specific way, they stung much less. I figured that was likely the correct orientation, so I tried my best not to flip them when taking them out. 👍
Just hang in there; stay brave. That first month is the toughest part, but everything gets better after that. After a year, I honestly forget I'm even wearing contacts. The only way I know they're in is by how clearly I can see. 👍

Brandon Thomas89 said:rustymarlin39, maybe you have your lens in upside down?

I used to wear my lenses inside out all the time during my first month. They all looked identical to me. It just kept chafing... and irritating my eyes...
Honestly, it took a month of discomfort before I finally got used to them. Now, I don't even feel them. Just give it some time; endure those first few days... everything will be great soon.

jadesailor14 said:I've been wearing contacts since I was 14, and now I'm 42.
Soft ones have been around since they first hit the market here.
Consider this my credentials to show you how much experience I actually have. 😬

I would definitely recommend getting bi-weekly lenses for better hygiene and ease of care; you don't need tablets or various solutions, just some multipurpose solution.
My daughter wears them too, for almost 10 years now, specifically the soft Johnson & Johnson Acuvue bi-weeklies.
She tried others (there were supply issues a few times), but these are the best for her.
I ordered the Acuvue Advance with Hydraclear from that link, she put them in today, and says they've never felt better.
She can't feel them at all; she didn't even believe she had a lens in because there was zero sensation.
Online, they cost about $30 per box of 6, so I highly recommend them.
The local optical shops around here charge an insane amount.

Throughout all these years of wearing contacts, I've tossed quite a few in the trash after just a few minutes; you know immediately if something is wrong, and it's best to just ditch them.
There's no point in messing around with your eyes.
They simply aren't always perfect; something that delicate can be damaged very easily.

That cleaning device—the "washing machine" for lenses—is pretty useless in my opinion.
Maybe it has some use for long-term lenses that need a deeper clean after a while.

Not all lenses work for everyone.
There are so many different types; if your eyes are sensitive, your options might be limited.
You'll probably have to try a few different pairs.
I haven't heard anyone complain about the Johnson & Johnson ones—and no, I'm not a sales rep! 😬

Maybe it's the solution that isn't working for you.
Complete is perfect for me, even though plenty of people complain about it.
A few years ago, I bought what I thought was a "perfect" solution, and it was terrible; my eyes stung so badly I had to throw the lenses away.