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Wearing contact lenses provides convenience and clear vision, but for many people, it can also come with the discomfort of dry eyes. Dry eye symptoms, such as irritation, redness, and a gritty feeling, are common among contact lens wearers. Fortunately, with the right strategies, you can continue wearing contacts comfortably while minimizing dry eye symptoms.

Every now and then, we all experience that uncomfortable sensation of dry eyes. It’s that gritty, burning feeling that can be irksome at best and debilitating at worst. Dry eye is more than just an occasional annoyance, it’s a common condition that affects millions of people worldwide. But what exactly is dry eye and why does it occur?

Myopia is a refractive error of the eye, where light entering the eye does not focus on the retina as it should, but instead, focuses in front of it. This results in distant objects appearing blurry while close objects appear clear. Recognizing the need for myopia management is the first step to addressing this refractive error.