What is Rigid contact lenses?
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Rigid gas-permeable contact lenses allow oxygen to pass through to the eyes, which makes them less likely to cause corneal irritation. Gas-permeable lenses also can correct certain vision problems, such as refractive errors that require high spherical or cylindrical powers.
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How do members experience Rigid contact lenses?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keratoconus | 54 | 4 | |
| Astigmatism | 1 | 0 | |
| Doctor recommendation | 1 | 1 | |
| Dry eye syndrome | 1 | 0 | |
| Longsightedness | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Burning sensation in eyes | 1 | |
| Eye pain | 1 | |
| Uncomfortable | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 2 | |
| None | 2 |
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