Ask an Eye Doc: Is it Safe to Go Swimming in Contacts?

In this episode of Ask an Eye Doc, VSP Network Eye Doctor, Danielle Richardson, answers a question about swimming in contacts and the potential dangers. According to Dr. Richardson, the FDA recommends against swimming in contacts due to the bacteria and chemicals in the water. This includes pools, lakes, oceans, rivers, and hot tubs. The primary concern is a microorganism called acanthamoeba which if attached to the contact lens can cause the corneal infection acanthamoeba keratitis.

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