Jasmine Bhasin suffers cornea damage: Do's and Dont's one should follow when using contact lenses

In a recent Instagram post, actor Jasmine Bhasin revealed that her cornea has suffered damage after using lenses and is now recovering. The diva in an interview revealed that just before leaving for an event in New Delhi, her eyes started to hurt.

Let us look at a few do's and dont's one should follow when using lens and what exactly happened with Jasmine Bhasin.

What happened with Jasmine Bhasin?

In an interview with ETimes, Jasmin said, "I was in Delhi for an event on July 17, for which I was getting ready. I don’t know what was wrong with my lenses, but after I wore them, my eyes started hurting, and the pain gradually got worse. I wanted to rush to a doctor, but since it was a work commitment, I decided to attend the event and then go to the doctor. I wore sunglasses at the event, and the team helped me manage things because, after a point, I couldn’t see anything."

"Later at night, we went to an eye specialist, who told me that my corneas were damaged and bandaged my eyes. The following day, I rushed to Mumbai and continued my treatment here. I am experiencing a lot of pain. Doctors have told me that I should recover in the next four-five days, but till then, I need to take good care of my eyes. It's not easy because I can't see, and I am struggling to even sleep due to the pain. Fortunately, I didn't have to postpone any of my work. I hope to recover and get back to work in a few days," she added.

What are some dos and don'ts to follow when using lenses?

Dos

Make sure to wash your hands

Always wash your hands with soap and water before handling your lenses. Dry them with a lint-free towel before using.

Always use fresh solution

Always use fresh solution when storing your lenses and never use old, expired solution.

Regularly replace your lens case

Replace your contact lens case every three months or as recommended to avoid bacterial contamination.

Always remove before sleeping

Unless you have extended-wear lenses specifically prescribed, remove your lenses before sleeping.

Dont's

Do not skip cleaning steps

Do not skip any steps in your lens care routine, as this can increase the risk of infection.

Do not touch with dirty hands

Avoid touching your lenses with dirty hands, which can transfer oils and dirt to your lenses.

Do not ignore allergy symptoms

If you experience redness, pain, blurred vision, or excessive tearing, remove your lenses and contact your eye care professional immediately.

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