A new study has found that contact lens cases are often contaminated with pathogens that may cause serious eye infection.
Pathogens were found in all the types of storage solutions examined in the study, and some of the solutions tested positive for pathogens every time they were tested. These pathogens can cause keratitis, an often painful inflammation of the cornea. Complications from keratitis can lead to vision loss.
Researchers recommend replacing contact lens cases on a regular basis and making sure to maintain good contact lens cleaning practices.
