PausitoRoutine BuilderHow often should you replace your contact lens case?
Replace your contact lens case at least every 3 months.
Even a case you clean well can harbour bacteria and other germs after a while. The US CDC therefore recommends replacing it at least every three months. A dirty case raises the risk of an eye infection.
- Use fresh solution every day, never top up
- Rinse the case after use with solution, not tap water
- Let it air-dry open and upside down
- Throw it away every 3 months and use a new one
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Why does it matter?
Even a case you clean well can harbour bacteria and other germs after a while. The US CDC therefore recommends replacing it at least every three months. A dirty case raises the risk of an eye infection.
How do you go about it?
Use fresh solution every day, never top up. Rinse the case after use with solution, not tap water. Let it air-dry open and upside down. Throw it away every 3 months and use a new one.
What source is this answer based on?
This answer is based on: Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
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- new lens case
- contact lens solution
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This is a general public guideline, not personal medical advice. If you have symptoms or doubts, ask your doctor for advice.
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