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Contact lenses: Prevent Infection with Simple Steps

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What happened? A popular contact lens solution has been questioned as the cause of an outbreak of potentially serious eye infections, prompting the manufacturer to stop shipments of the solution.

Bausch & Lomb voluntarily halted shipments of its ReNu MoistureLoc contact lens solution after the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) warned of an increased number of cases of fusarium keratitis, a fungal infection that damages the cornea.

More than 100 cases of suspected fungal keratitis have been reported in 17 different states. The FDA has made no direct link between ReNu and the infections, but there appears to be high usage of ReNu products among affected people. Bausch & Lomb recently stopped shipments of ReNu multipurpose solutions to Singapore and Hong Kong following a similar spike in fungal keratitis.

Left untreated, fungal keratitis can scar the cornea and cause permanent vision loss.

What does this mean to you? If you have existing supplies of ReNu MoistureLoc solution, consider using an alternative solution until more information is available.

To reduce the risk of infection, wash your hands with soap and water before handling your contact lenses. Wear your contact lenses as directed, and follow the manufacturer's cleaning and storage guidelines. Also consider a "rub and rinse" cleaning method, which helps minimize germs.

Remove your contact lenses immediately if you notice signs or symptoms of infection, including:

* Eye redness or pain
* Eye discharge or swelling
* Tearing
* Increased sensitivity to light
* Blurred vision

If you're concerned about an eye infection, consult your doctor. Prompt antibiotic treatment can help prevent permanent eye damage.
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