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Demodex: Another Means of Preventing Contact Lens Dropout?

Attendees of the lecture, “Focus on the Lids for OSD Success,” which was provided by Melissa Barnett, OD, learned, in part, about another focus for deterring contact lens dropout: identifying Demodex.

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  • Jennifer Kirby, managing editor

  • March 2, 2025

  • 2 min

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    Demodex mites are cigar-shaped ectoparasites found in high numbers among contact lens wearers, impacting ocular health.

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    These mites can cause inflammation and degeneration of conjunctival tissue, leading to various ocular surface diseases.

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    Up to 90% of contact lens wearers have been identified with Demodex, correlating with symptoms of contact lens intolerance.

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    Dr. Barnett emphasized the need for high magnification slit lamp examination to accurately identify Demodex.

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    Lid hygiene and lotilaner ophthalmic solution are recommended treatments to eradicate Demodex and improve contact lens retention.

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Demodex: Another Means of Preventing Contact Lens Dropout?

  • by Jennifer Kirby, managing editor

  • March 2, 2025

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