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If you’re boarding an airplane in the near future, you probably plan to take your contact lenses with you. Whether you’re new to contacts or have been wearing them for years, traveling requires a little extra preparation. Planning ahead will help you have a better trip and avoid an extra appointment to the eye doctor. Here’s what to do—and what to avoid—while traveling with contacts.

Do:

Check how much liquid you can have.

Contact lens solution cleans and disinfects your contacts, so it’s important to bring it with you on your trip to avoid a visit to your eye doctor for an infection. If you’re traveling by plane, find out how much liquid you can have in your carry-on bag. For travel within the United States, you can carry lens solution that contains no more than 3.4 ounces of liquid. 

Stay hydrated.

eye doctorThe air inside an airplane is very dry, which can make you feel dehydrated and a little queasy. It can also dry out your contacts, making your eyes feel uncomfortable. To combat this issue, bring a bottle of water with you on your flight or ask a flight attendant. 

Don’t:

Sleep with your contacts.

If your flight is fairly long, you might want to take a nap. Just remember to remove your contact lenses before you shut your eyes. If you fall asleep with your contacts in, you may experience enhanced eye dryness and irritation.

Leave your glasses at home.

If your contact lenses get lost or damaged on your trip, you’ll be glad to have a pair of glasses with you. Glasses also come in handy if your eyes become irritated for any reason. Before you leave for your trip, get a checkup at the eye doctor to ensure your prescription is up to date.

 

If you have additional questions about traveling with contact lenses, turn to the professionals at Midwest Eye Center: A Division of TriState Centers for Sight in Crestview Hills, KY. The skilled staff has decades of experience and can treat a wide range of eye conditions, including dry eye, glaucoma, and diabetic retinopathy. They use the latest technology in the field and strive to build lasting relationships with patients. For more information about their eye care services, visit their website. To schedule an appointment with an eye doctor, call (859) 525-6215.

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