Increase in patients with allergic symptoms with contact lenses.
The use of contact lenses has increased the number of patients who develop allergic symptoms in the eyes. After purchasing lenses through the Internet, specialists call for attention as cases that develop due to not seeing a doctor.
Allergies caused by contact lenses are called “contact lens-related papillary conjunctivitis”, and the “eye and eyes” attached to the lens, the friction with the lens stimulates the back of the eyelids, and the eyes are congested. If symptoms worsen, it may lead to decreased vision.
According to Dr. Masakazu Yamada, a director of the Japanese Ophthalmologists Association who is familiar with eye diseases related to contact lenses, the number of patients with contact lens allergies tends to increase. Cases that develop with continued use without receiving medical examinations or cases that develop due to stimulation caused by friction due to contact lens material not being noticeable.
According to Dr. Yamada, contact lens allergies have little itching, so it is difficult to notice the cause of contact lenses, and even if you use commercially available eye drops, there is no fundamental treatment effect, so you should see a doctor regularly. I'm calling for you.
Dr. Yamada said, “Contact lenses can be purchased online without a prescription, but you should always consult an ophthalmologist to check your eye condition and use a lens that suits you.” Talking
Trouble with eyes without online checkup
The Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare has repeatedly notified contact lens vendors to check if they purchase a medical institution or if they have not yet received a medical examination.
However, since there are actually no doctors' prescriptions available for purchase on the Internet, there are always cases of eye problems that continue to be used without consultation.
The Japan Ophthalmologists Association calls for regular medical examinations to keep using contact lenses safely.