What are the benefits and harms of lubricating eye drops for contact lens discomfort?

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What are the benefits and harms of lubricating eye drops for contact lens discomfort? Key messages • Lubricating eye drops, including saline, may help to reduce contact lens discomfort in adults. The drops do not appear to cause irritation or harm to the surface of the eye. • Treating contact lens discomfort with lubricating drops (including saline) is a viable option. However, more studies are needed to measure their effect and to determine which drops work best with different contact lenses and wearing schedules. What is contact lens discomfort? Contact lens discomfort means eye irritation...

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