Sleeping with contact lenses is not safe due to the risk of serious eye infections, visual issues, pain, and redness.
It can lead to reduced oxygen flow, increased lens binding, tear film blockage, causing corneal low oxygen levels, infection, and bacteria growth.
To avoid sleeping with contact lenses, set a phone reminder to remove them before bed while keeping the case and solution around.
If you fall asleep with your contacts in, remove them immediately and clean them with fresh solution.
If you develop eye discomfort, see your eye doctor right away.