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The goal of this study is to investigate the overall theory that the use of chemically preserved solutions associated with contact lenses promotes an increase in bacterial infection.

The purpose of this study is to investigate the theory of bacterial binding to surface eye cells through the use of chemically preserved solutions.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Age range: 18-38 years
• Any sex, race or national origin accepted as with our past studies. Minority representation will be proactively encouraged.
• No prior history of any contact lens wear within one month of entry into the study.
• No history of allergic eye disease either seasonal or associated with previous contact lens wear.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Any patient that is a current contact lens wearer.
• Patients with active ocular infection or inflammatory disease, history of herpetic keratitis, glaucoma, etc.
• Uncontrolled systemic disease or the presence of any significant illness or condition that could, in the judgment of the investigator, interfere with interpretation of the study results.
• Any patient using ocular tears, anti-histamine based ocular therapies, glaucoma therapy, vasoconstricting drops, etc.