Bacterial microbiota of the contact lens surface and associated care behaviours.

Introduction: Contact lens (CL) wear has been reported to cause changes to the microbiome of the ocular surface. More insight into the alteration of this microenvironment can help to understand the pathogenesis of CL-related eye infections. Knowledge of the relationship between the CL wearer's behaviours and pathogens would help health care providers focus on each step of proper CL care.

Rub and Rinse Contact Lenses Before Wearing as a Protective Regimen Against Contact Lens-Related Eye Infections.

Purpose: Data on contact lens (CL) users in Thailand are limited, and previous reports have mainly focused on young populations. This study aims to determine demographic data, hygienic behaviour, and complications related to the usage of CLs in the general population.

Methods: This was a cross-sectional survey conducted from November 2020 to March 2021 using an anonymous questionnaire.