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1. What are some of the problems that could result from wearing contact lenses, and how can they be prevented?

2. Sabrina, who is in her early 30s and having no health complaints, had a regular eye examination with her ophthalmologist. A glaucoma test was not performed. About 6 months later, she was diagnosed with glaucoma and decided to sue the ophthalmology group, saying they were negligent in failing to perform a glaucoma test. What would the defense (the ophthalmology group) argue in this case? What are major risk factors for glaucoma?

Answer 1

1. The problems that can result due to wearing contact lens are

• Dry eyes
• wearing contact lens and working on computer for longer time can lead to computer vision syndrome
• Blockage of oxygen supply to the eyes
• Diminished corneal reflex
• Conjunctivitis
• Light sensitivity
• Corneal abrasions
• Corneal ulcer

Prevention:

• Wash the hands before and after wearing contact lens
• Disinfect the lens with suitable methods
• Do not over wear the contact lens as it can diminish oxygen supply to the eyes
• Get the regular eye check up
• If contact lens are not suitable then go for alternate methods like LASIK as a permanent method
• Should not sleep wearing contact lens

2. The ophthalmology group can defend themselves saying that she doesn't fall under glaucoma risk group category so they have not performed glaucoma related tests

The major risk factors for glaucoma are:

• Age over 60 years
• Having certain medical conditions like diabetes, hypertension, heart disease and sickle cell anemia
• Increased intraocular pressure
• Being black, asian or hispanic
• Family history
• Thin cornea
• High Myopia