06/17/2026
🏖️ Swimming with Contact Lenses? Think Twice. 👀
Summer means more time at the pool, lake, and beach — but did you know wearing contact lenses while swimming can increase your risk of serious eye infections?
Water from pools, lakes, rivers, hot tubs, and even showers can contain bacteria and microorganisms that may become trapped behind your contacts.
This can lead to:
• Eye irritation
• Redness and discomfort
• Painful infections
• Corneal ulcers
• In rare cases, vision loss
One of the biggest concerns is a rare but serious infection called Acanthamoeba keratitis, which can occur when water gets trapped behind contact lenses.
☀️ Our recommendation:
• Avoid swimming in contacts whenever possible
• Wear prescription goggles instead
• If you must wear contacts, use daily disposables and discard them immediately after swimming
• Never rinse contacts with tap water
Protect your vision this summer and keep your eyes healthy! 😎
