Symptoms of Acanthamoeba Keratitis

Symptoms of Acanthamoeba Keratitis include Red Eyes and Eye Pain after removing your Contact Lenses, Tearing, Light Sensitivity, Blurred Vision and a feeling that something is in your eye, similar to those of Pink Eye and other Eye Infections.
Diagnosis of Keratitis often occurs once, it is determined that the condition is resistant to antibiotics used to manage other infections. A "ring-like" ulceration of your corneal tissue may also occur.
Causes that increase the risk of contracting Acanthamoeba Keratitis include using contaminated tap or well water on Contact Lenses, using homemade solutions to store and clean Contacts, wearing Contact Lenses in a hot tub and swimming or showering while wearing lenses. A dirty lens case also can be a source of Acanthamoeba Infection. Acanthamoeba can be killed easily, especially when rubbed off the lens surface during cleaning. In the end, good contact lens hygiene is the best way to prevent Acanthamoeba Keratitis. Acanthamoeba Keratitis can also cause permanent vision loss or require a corneal transplant to recover lost vision.

While using lenses always follow these precautions-

Wash your hands with mild soap and wipe with lint free tissues before handling the lenses or touching your eyes.
Avoid using creams, deodorants or perfumes before inserting your lenses.When handling lenses, work over a clean flat surface.
If you drop the lens, touch and pick it with a wet forefinger using a solution. Clean and rinse with the contact lens solution before inserting.
Clean, rinse and store the lens with the recommended contact lens solution after every use.
Always keep a pair of spectacles handy.
Remove lenses while swimming.
Consult eye specialist if you have an unexplained , persistent pain, discomfort, change in vision, excessive tearing, light sensitivity or unusual eye secretions.