Dr Michelle Rhee

On behalf of CLAO/Eye and Contact Lens clao.org thanks to @CDC_eHealth @CBSHealth for today's chat. #HealthyContactsChat

Please report all CL related infections #HealthyContactsChat" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/medwat…

Please report CL sale without Rx to the FTC. ftc.gov/faq/consumer-p… #HealthyContactsChat

You can wear cosmetic CLs safely by obtaining a doctor Rx and supervision #HealthyContactsChat

Infections from cosmetic CL tend to be more aggressive with worse outcomes #HealthyContactsChat

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#eyedonate #HealthyContactsChat @CDC_eHealth @CBSHealth

Some CL related infections can require a corneal transplant! #eyedonate #HealthyContactsChat

Some CL related infections can require a corneal transplant! #giftoflife #HealthyContactsChat

Even decorative lenses require an Rx. Don’t buy from sellers that don’t ask for your Rx or doctor’s contact info. #HealthyContactsChat

Don't buy from glossy international websites that sell cosmetic CL without Rx. Quality is unknown. Pigment rubs off. #HealthyContactsChat

Daily disposables have the least risk of infection #HealthyContactsChat

T3: Don’t lick & stick. Use only the solution your eye doc recommends to rinse #HealthyContactsChat go.usa.gov/kkex

Colored contacts also have risk and must be used with proper supervision to prevent vision loss aao.org/eye-health/gla… #HealthyContactsChat

Dr. Steinemann and I have both spoken about the dangers of unregulated contacts such as those bought without Rx @DrSteinemannMD @CBSHealth

Even contact lenses without a vision correcting prescription such as colored lenses require a doctor Rx #HealthyContactsChat

T1: Contacts bought without Rx are illegal and can harm your eyes.#HealthyContactsChat

It's illegal in the U.S. for anyone to sell contact lenses without a doctors' prescription. #HealthyContactsChat