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Contact Lens Horror: Parasite Eats Eye
12 Aug
Summary
- Contact lens wearer fears losing eye to parasite.
- Eye infection occurred after holiday in Bali.
- Warns others against wearing contacts in water.
A holiday turned into a nightmare for a 38-year-old man when he developed a severe eye infection, later identified as AK, a parasite that eats away at the eye. The photographer, who has worn daily contact lenses for over two decades, experienced redness, watering, and a gritty sensation, initially dismissing it as sand or salt water from surfing.
His condition worsened, leading to extreme light sensitivity and discomfort, prompting visits to pharmacies and opticians. After returning to the UK, he underwent tests which revealed the parasite. He now applies eye drops hourly, facing the terrifying possibility of blindness or even losing his left eye.
He now advocates against wearing contact lenses in or near water, emphasizing that even daily disposables do not guarantee safety. His ordeal serves as a stark warning to others about the potential risks associated with contact lens wear.
