Is it possible for me to get contacts if I only have one eye? I lost an eye to cancer.
JUN 12, 2016
Question:
Is it possible for me to get contacts if I only have one eye? I lost an eye to cancer.
Answer:
There are no restrictions on the use of contacts for those with one eye. Many do this in your circumstance and others who have poor or no vision in one eye also do this. Having one eye places an extra burden on you to be very cautious about the care of the lens and the underlying normal eye. Be sure to clean and replace the lens as instructed by the manufacturer. Also, remove the lens if there is the least sign of redness or change in comfort. Remember also to wear safety glasses over the contact, or even when not using the contact, to protect your only working eye.