Common contact lens mistake that could make you blind

Don't make these errors, or you could risk vision loss12:22, 04 Aug 2026Contact lenses can be helpful for a number of reasons, but experts are urging people to stop making one common mistake, warning that it could cost you your sight.‌Showering while wearing contacts can dramatically increase the risk of serious eye infections and damage. In the worst cases, it can cause blindness. Sleeping and swimming can also cause issues, with people being urged to stop doing all three. Experts at VisionDirect caution that while opting for lenses over glasses means "you'll experience improved levels of comfort, complete freedom of movement and the ability to do more activities with ease", it is "really inadvisable" to wear contacts when it comes to anything involving water, particularly showering.‌They