India, May 19 -- Contact lenses have transformed the way we see the world, offering greater comfort and freedom compared to traditional eyeglasses. However, with their convenience comes the crucial responsibility of maintaining proper hygiene and keeping track of expiry dates to avoid serious eye complications. Also read | Eye makeup and contact lenses: Are they posing threat to your eyes? Doctor shares symptoms and prevention tips

In a conversation with HT Lifestyle, Dr Rishi Raj Borah, Country Director at Orbis, highlighted one of the most common and risky habits among lens users - sleeping with contact lenses on, and the potential dangers it poses to eye health.

"Sleeping with contact lenses - unless specifically designed for overnig...