What is what to do when contact goes behind eye?

It is generally not possible for a contact lens to get truly "behind" your eye. There's a membrane (the conjunctiva) that connects your eyeball to your eyelids, preventing anything from disappearing completely behind your eye.

However, a contact lens can sometimes become lodged under your upper eyelid, making it feel like it's gone behind your eye. Here's what to do:

• Don't panic: Staying calm will make it easier to find and remove the lens.

• Wash your hands thoroughly: This will prevent infection.

• Look in a mirror: Try to determine if you can see the edge of the contact lens under your upper eyelid.

• Massage your eyelid gently: Close your eye and gently massage your upper eyelid. This may help dislodge the lens.

• Flush with saline solution: Use a sterile saline solution or contact lens rewetting drops to try to flush the lens out. Tilt your head to the side and gently pour the solution into your eye while holding your eyelids open.

• Evert your eyelid: If you still can't find the lens, you may need to evert (flip) your upper eyelid. Here's how:

  • Look down.
  • Grasp your upper eyelashes.
  • Gently pull your eyelid away from your eye.
  • Place a cotton swab or your finger on the outside of your eyelid, just above your eyelashes.
  • Fold your eyelid over the cotton swab or finger.
  • Look for the lens. If you see it, try to remove it gently with clean fingers or a lens remover.

• Seek professional help: If you've tried these steps and still can't find or remove the contact lens, see an <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/eye%20doctor">eye doctor</a> (ophthalmologist or optometrist) immediately. They have the tools and expertise to safely locate and remove the lens.

Important considerations:

• Avoid rubbing your eye vigorously: This can damage your cornea.
• Do not use sharp objects to try to remove the lens.
• If you experience pain, redness, blurred vision, or light sensitivity, seek immediate medical attention.

In summary:

• It is very unlikely the <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/contact%20lens">contact lens</a> is truly behind your eye.
• Try flushing, massaging, and everting your eyelid.
• If unsuccessful, visit an <a href="https://www.wikiwhat.page/kavramlar/eye%20care%20professional">eye care professional</a>.