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pH profiles: Part I--One pH, or many?

L G Carney1, R M Hill

  • 1Physiology Laboratory, College of Optometry, Ohio State University, Columbus 43210.

Journal of the American Optometric Association
|November 1, 1975
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Tear pH characteristics were measured in a contact lens patient before and after lens fitting. This provides insights into how contact lenses may affect ocular surface pH.

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Area of Science:

  • Ophthalmology
  • Biomedical Science

Background:

  • Tear film pH is a critical factor in ocular surface health and comfort.
  • Contact lens wear can potentially alter the ocular surface microenvironment, including tear pH.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To document specific changes in tear pH characteristics.
  • To observe these changes in a contact lens patient before and after lens fitting.

Main Methods:

  • Measurement of tear pH.
  • Comparison of pH values pre- and post-contact lens fitting.

Main Results:

  • Specific examples of tear pH values are presented.
  • The data illustrates variations in tear pH related to contact lens wear.

Conclusions:

  • Contact lens wear may influence tear pH.
  • Understanding these changes is important for contact lens fitting and management.