Article: Once your contact lens is removed, it should be safely stored until you need to use it again.  Many people simply top off old solution when storing your lens. As solution is meant to disinfect, it can become contaminated with use. Dump out old solution and replace with it with a fresh dose.  Close the lids of the contact case tightly and place the case in a safe place in your home until you need to use your lenses again. Different contact lenses need to be removed for different durations. Some can be worn overnight, while some cannot. Talk to your eye doctor about how often you need to remove and store lenses. While contacts are fairly easy once you're accustomed to caring for them, there are some difficulties associated with their removal. These can be easily remedied.  If you have trouble keeping your eyes open when removing contacts, use one hand to hold the upper lid and eyelashes while you work.  If you have difficulty sliding lenses, stare in the mirror and keep your gaze steady. If you lose eye contact, your eyes have moved meaning the lenses positions have shifted.  Be careful about rubbing your eyes with contacts in. This can damage the lenses and cause irritation to your eyes. Contacts do not last forever. Lenses come with a specific expiration date, related to the type of lens you wear. Ask your doctor how long lenses will last when being prescribed contacts. If you do not remember the information, check the box for instructions on when to discard lenses.
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Store your contacts. Learn about solutions to contact related challenges. Familiarize yourself with your contacts expiration date.