Contact lens '10 minute' warning issued to people not removing them at night An optician is warning people who fall asleep with their contact lenses still in to 'wait' when they wake up.
Unless you have contacts specifically designed for overnight wear, sleeping in contacts is a big no-no as it increases the risk of issues like dry, gritty eyes, corneal abrasions, or even infections such as conjunctivitis.
Contact lens optician Tina Patel from Feel Good Contacts says if you wake with your contacts in, wait before you remove them.
The expert warned: "Wait five to ten minutes after waking to let your eyes rehydrate naturally, then use lubricating eye drops to make removing the lenses easier.
In cases where this happens frequently, like after naps or nights out, you may want to speak to your optician about switching to extended wear lenses designed for overnight use.
