Which of the following is NOT a common contraindication to soft contact lens wear?

• A. Active ocular infection
• B. Severe dry eye
• C. Contact lens intolerance
• D. Mild conjunctivitis resolved within 1 day.

Answer: (D)

The main idea here is that wearing soft contact lenses is discouraged whenever the ocular surface isn’t healthy or the eye can’t tolerate lenses. Active infections bring bacteria or viruses to the surface, and lenses can trap discharge or worsen inflammation, increasing the risk of complications like keratitis. Severe dry eye means there isn’t enough tear film to properly lubricate the lens and cornea, leading to discomfort, reduced wearability, and potential surface damage. If someone truly cannot tolerate lenses, that intolerance means wearing them isn’t feasible or safe. In contrast, a mild conjunctivitis that resolves within a day doesn’t leave the eye in an ongoing diseased state; once it has cleared and there’s no active infection or inflammation, lens wear can be considered again with appropriate clearance. So the scenario that is not a common contraindication is the conjunctivitis that resolves quickly.