Getting Older

SandiStix · #1 (**permalink**) 06-06-2008, 09:49 AM

"You're older than you've ever been
And now you're even older.
And now you're even older.
And now you're even older.

You're older than you've ever been
And now you're even older.
And now you're older still."

--They Might Be Giants

Do people's eyes seem to become more dry and less tolerant of contact lenses like Proclear Compatibles, even after wearing them for years and years without problems?

Keuzeserver · #2 (**permalink**) 06-07-2008, 12:50 PM

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Originally Posted by SandiStix

"You're older than you've ever been
And now you're even older.
And now you're even older.
And now you're even older.

You're older than you've ever been
And now you're even older.
And now you're older still."

--They Might Be Giants

Do people's eyes seem to become more dry and less tolerant of contact lenses like Proclear Compatibles, even after wearing them for years and years without problems?

huh

I think so yes, without problems, but I don't really know if I get the point.

Logopolis · #3 (**permalink**) 06-09-2008, 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Keuzeserver

huh

I think so yes, without problems, but I don't really know if I get the point.

Good song.

I think what SandiStix is asking about is the aging process. Do people's eyes feel dry more often as they get older and I think the answer is yes. Me, personally, as long as I'm not in front of the computer for hours and hours my eyes feel fine.

Proclear Compatibles, as far as I know, are not especially made for people with dry eyes. I suppose a lot of people wear them for years until their eyes can no longer tolerate them comfortably.

I hope that helps you, Stix.

SandiStix · #4 (**permalink**) 12-03-2009, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Logopolis

Good song.

I think what SandiStix is asking about is the aging process. Do people's eyes feel dry more often as they get older and I think the answer is yes. Me, personally, as long as I'm not in front of the computer for hours and hours my eyes feel fine.

Proclear Compatibles, as far as I know, are not especially made for people with dry eyes. I suppose a lot of people wear them for years until their eyes can no longer tolerate them comfortably.

I hope that helps you, Stix.

You understand my question correctly, Logopolis. Your answer was indeed helpful. Thank you posting.

Logopolis · #5 (**permalink**) 01-04-2010, 11:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Keuzeserver

huh

I think so yes, without problems, but I don't really know if I get the point.

I think what Sandi Stix is asking is: can a person wear Proclear Compatibles for twenty years comfortably, but then start having problems simply because they're "older than they've ever been"?

SandiStix · #6 (**permalink**) 10-22-2010, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Logopolis

I think what Sandi Stix is asking is: can a person wear Proclear Compatibles for twenty years comfortably, but then start having problems simply because they're "older than they've ever been"?

That's even better than your previous summary, Logopolis. Thanks.

Contact Lens Fitter · #7 (**permalink**) 10-25-2010, 02:57 PM

Yes, this is a very common problem. The glands supplying the tear film to the eye slow down and produce less. The first thing to try is Systane drops from Alcon. One drop in the morning before insertion of lenses and another after removing lenses at night.

ICU2 · #8 (**permalink**) 10-25-2010, 03:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Contact Lens Fitter

Yes, this is a very common problem. The glands supplying the tear film to the eye slow down and produce less. The first thing to try is Systane drops from Alcon. One drop in the morning before insertion of lenses and another after removing lenses at night.

Wow, thanks for the detailed instructions, CLF. I think people are going to find your post helpful in a very practical way.

Logopolis · #9 (**permalink**) 11-19-2010, 01:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Contact Lens Fitter

Yes, this is a very common problem. The glands supplying the tear film to the eye slow down and produce less. The first thing to try is Systane drops from Alcon. One drop in the morning before insertion of lenses and another after removing lenses at night.

Have you tried this for yourself contact lens Fitter? Can you personally vouch for the efficacy of these Systane drops?

Contact Lens Fitter · #10 (**permalink**) 11-21-2010, 01:15 PM

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Originally Posted by Logopolis

Have you tried this for yourself Contact Lens Fitter? Can you personally vouch for the efficacy of these Systane drops?

Yes, I do use it myself. I have 'dry eyes' and Kerataconus. Without my CL's AND glasses (at the same time), my best V/A is 20/40. So wearing time is very important to me. Like everything else, it will work better for some than others, but the best thing available without a Rx and side effects.

Shade Maiden · #11 (**permalink**) 11-22-2010, 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Contact Lens Fitter

Yes, I do use it myself. I have 'dry eyes' and Kerataconus. Without my CL's AND glasses (at the same time), my best V/A is 20/40. So wearing time is very important to me. Like everything else, it will work better for some than others, but the best thing available without a Rx and side effects.

Thanks for the information, Contact Lens Fitter. However, I'm not familiar with the abbreviation "V/A." What does that mean?

SandiStix · #12 (**permalink**) 12-03-2010, 04:55 PM

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Originally Posted by Shade Maiden

Thanks for the information, Contact Lens Fitter. However, I'm not familiar with the abbreviation "V/A." What does that mean?

Judging by the context, I'm going to guess "visual acuity."

Is that correct, CLF?

ICU2 · #13 (**permalink**) 12-06-2010, 11:30 AM

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Originally Posted by SandiStix

Judging by the context, I'm going to guess "visual acuity."

Is that correct, CLF?

I'll buy that. V/A means visual acuity.

Contact Lens Fitter · #14 (**permalink**) 12-06-2010, 01:05 PM

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Originally Posted by ICU2

I'll buy that. V/A means visual acuity.

yes-visual acuity

Sk8erBoi · #15 (**permalink**) 12-06-2010, 02:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Contact Lens Fitter

Yes, I do use it myself. I have 'dry eyes' and Kerataconus. Without my CL's AND glasses (at the same time), my best V/A is 20/40.

So you wear glasses and contact lenses at the same time?

Contact Lens Fitter · #16 (**permalink**) 12-06-2010, 04:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Sk8erBoi

So you wear glasses and contact lenses at the same time?

Yes. eyeglasses can not correct middle to later stage Keraticonus, the cornea is too deformed.

tcfrancisco · #17 (**permalink**) 12-07-2010, 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by SandiStix

"You're older than you've ever been
And now you're even older.
And now you're even older.
And now you're even older.

You're older than you've ever been
And now you're even older.
And now you're older still."

--They Might Be Giants

Do people's eyes seem to become more dry and less tolerant of contact lenses like Proclear Compatibles, even after wearing them for years and years without problems?

Your eyes need care and nutrition just like your skin, your joints or any of your other organs. The problem is not the contact lens that you are wearing. You may need to use eye drop to moisturize your eyes. Alternatively, you should start having a healthier diet or consume eye supplement to help maintain the natural function of your eyes. I hope this advice help and do have a good day.

sweet gal · #18 (**permalink**) 12-08-2010, 02:08 AM

I think, yes. That's why we have to rest for a while after spending long hours of stay in front of the computer or television. Will you agree with me?

Healinghands2 · #19 (**permalink**) 12-08-2010, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by tcfrancisco

Your eyes need care and nutrition just like your skin, your joints or any of your other organs. The problem is not the contact lens that you are wearing. You may need to use eye drop to moisturize your eyes. Alternatively, you should start having a healthier diet or consume eye supplement to help maintain the natural function of your eyes. I hope this advice help and do have a good day.

Can you recommend any drops or supplements or anything that Lens 101 members can buy from the store (not "this exclusive TV offer") that will help with dry eyes?

sweet gal · #20 (**permalink**) 12-08-2010, 08:42 PM

If you are experiencing dry eye, you may see your eye doctor so that he can give you proper medication for your eyes. Usually, they measure the amount of tears in your eyes. May I ask if you are taking antihistamines or anti-depressants? Those kinds of medicines triggers dry eyes.

Contact Lens Fitter · #21 (**permalink**) 12-09-2010, 10:18 AM

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Originally Posted by Healinghands2

Can you recommend any drops or supplements or anything that Lens 101 members can buy from the store (not "this exclusive TV offer") that will help with dry eyes?

There are no supplements shown to help 'Dry Eye Syndrome". It is a known medical fact that tear production slows as we age. It affects each person differently. 'Systane' by Alcon is one of a few products known to help and available without Rx and has no known side-effects. If this does not work, see a doctor for Rx medication, but those do have side-effects. As mentioned above, some medications will cause drying. As a rule, anything that causes dry mouth will also dry the eyes.

John316 · #22 (**permalink**) 12-09-2010, 10:45 AM

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Originally Posted by Contact Lens Fitter

There are no supplements shown to help 'Dry Eye Syndrome". It is a known medical fact that tear production slows as we age. It affects each person differently. 'Systane' by Alcon is one of a few products known to help and available without Rx and has no known side-effects. If this does not work, see a doctor for Rx medication, but those do have side-effects. As mentioned above, some medications will cause drying. As a rule, anything that causes dry mouth will also dry the eyes.

What if I just have dry eyes once in a while and I just need some quick relief? Is Systane good for that? Do I really need to get a doctor involved?

Contact Lens Fitter · #23 (**permalink**) 12-09-2010, 09:33 PM

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Originally Posted by John316

What if I just have dry eyes once in a while and I just need some quick relief? Is Systane good for that? Do I really need to get a doctor involved?

For occasional dry eyes, I usually recommend 'Refresh". You would only go to Systane twice a day or a doctor if the problem was chronic.

Healinghands2 · #24 (**permalink**) 12-10-2010, 10:27 AM

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Originally Posted by Contact Lens Fitter

For occasional dry eyes, I usually recommend 'Refresh". You would only go to Systane twice a day or a doctor if the problem was chronic.

Thanks, Contact Lens Fitter. I was wondering about the same thing that John 316 asked about.

Logopolis · #25 (**permalink**) 01-05-2011, 04:18 PM

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Originally Posted by Contact Lens Fitter

For occasional dry eyes, I usually recommend 'Refresh". You would only go to Systane twice a day or a doctor if the problem was chronic.

Oh, so Refresh is good for everyday use, but Systane is only for serious cases of dry eye. Do you need a prescription for Systane?

Shade Maiden · #26 (**permalink**) 01-06-2011, 12:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Logopolis

Do you need a prescription for Systane?

I went to systene.com and looked around. It didn't specifically say that you need a prescription for Systane, but I never saw the phrase "over-the-counter" either. I'm reasonably sure these drops do not require a prescription.