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Join this channel and become an insider member. Subscribe for free to see our next release. Click the bell 🔔 to be notified about our new content. #shorts Eye Surgery 👁️ DCR 🪨 Blocked Tear Canal🔪 Medical Arts ⚕️ full article is available on the members homepage Summary: Blocked Tear Ducts A blocked tear duct occurs when the nasolacrimal duct drains tears from the eye into the nose and becomes partially or fully obstructed. This condition affects infants and adults differently in terms of causes and treatments. Key Features of Tear Ducts Part of the lacrimal system is responsible for tear production and drainage. Components: lacrimal glands, puncta, and nasolacrimal duct. A blockage prevents proper tear drainage, causing tears to back up. Causes In Infants: Congenital blockages, incomplete development, or membrane persistence. In Adults: Infections, aging, trauma, tumours, or medication side effects. Symptoms Excessive tearing (epiphora). Recurrent eye infections like conjunctivitis or dacryocystitis. Swelling, redness, mucous discharge, blurred vision, and pain. Diagnosis Physical examination. Fluorescein dye test to observe tear drainage. Imaging: CT scans, dacryocystography, or ultrasound for structural issues. Treatment In Infants: Observation, lacrimal massage, antibiotics, or probing. In Adults: Medications, balloon dilation, stenting, dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR), or tumor removal. Complications If untreated, it can lead to chronic infections, abscess formation, or vision disturbances. Prevention Timely management of sinus infections. Protecting the face from trauma. Early treatment of nasal or eye conditions. Conclusion A blocked tear duct can disrupt daily life with discomfort and infection risks. Early diagnosis and appropriate treatment—ranging from simple techniques for infants to advanced surgeries for adults—are
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