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Putting on contact lenses has changed everything for me. No longer do we have to deal with dirty glasses and limited side vision. But, like many people who wear contacts, I’ve often wondered: can I take a shower with my contacts in? Several years ago, I did some bad things and learnt some important lessons. I’ll tell you about my own experience, the risks, and how to handle quick showers where you don’t want to take your lenses out.
I still remember the first time I put my contacts in while jumping in the shower. It wasn’t on purpose; I was in a hurry that morning and barely had time to think. I felt a small sting in my eyes and then a blurry haze while I was washing my hair. It turned out that some shampoo mixed with water got stuck under my glasses. I was worried that I might have hurt my eyes badly because they hurt for hours afterward.
I didn’t know how dangerous it was until I talked to my eye doctor. Microorganisms that are bad for you can be in water from a shower, pool, or hot tub. One of the scariest is Acanthamoeba, a very small organism that can cause Acanthamoeba keratitis, a very rare but very bad eye illness. It is extremely hard to treat this infection, which can cause permanent vision loss.
Tap water isn’t germ-free, and filtered water can still have germs in it. You may find it uncomfortable if water gets on your lenses because they may swell or change shape. Even worse, germs can stick to the glass and rub against your eye.
Taking out your glasses every time you shower can be a hassle. Sometimes I’ve thought, “It’s just a quick rinse.” “What could go wrong?” But after a few bad situations, I decided it wasn’t worth the risk. Eye health shouldn’t have to suffer for convenience’s sake.
From now on, I always take out my glasses before I shower. If I have to take a short shower, I close my eyes tightly, but that’s only if I have to. For these kinds of situations, I always keep an extra pair of glasses in the bathroom. My favourite tip is to make a routine: take out your contacts first, then take a shower. Once you do it every day, it’s easy.
Don’t worry if you take a shower with your lenses in by chance. This is what I do:
It is not a good idea to shower with your contacts in. I discovered this through personal experience. There is a small chance of getting a major infection, but if you do, it could be very bad. It’s worth a few extra seconds of trouble to protect your eyes. Make it a habit to take out your contacts before you get in the shower if you wear them. It will be good for your eyes.