He went blind due to a common mistake we all make at night!
At 39, Groeschen lost his vision after sleeping with his contact lenses in, which resulted in a bacterial infection known as Pseudomonas. Even with treatment, the infection developed into a corneal ulcer, causing permanent blindness in one eye. Doctors caution against wearing contact lenses overnight, as it raises the risk of eye infections. Groeschen’s experience underscores the importance of proper contact lens care to prevent severe complications.