UK Keratoconus Self-Help and Support Association

Hi all,

Just wondering what your views are on swimming with contact lenses? I wear scleral lenses and goggles everytime i go swimming. You may be aware of a recent story of a girl who contracted acanthamoeba keratitis in her eye after swimming with monthly lenses.

I am a keen sports enthusiast and would hate to give up swimming for fear of something that may never happen.....im in no way a hypochondriac but thought i would ask you opinions first!

I am unable to wear glasses so sclerals are my only source of vision. I also have a 10 year old graft in my right eye and hydrops in the left!

Many thanks in advance

sarah

Should be fine as you are wearing goggles, which is recommended if swimming with lenses in. RGPs also have a tendency to float off the cornea, but sclerals shouldn't have that problem!!

Maybe give them a good clean straight after you finish swimming to be safe.

Oh and see this thread

viewtopic.php?f=1&t=1505

I bought a water tight swimming mask which I wear for swimming. Still always keep my face out the water though just to be on the safe side!