Patient's question:
I don't know what's going on. Recently, my baby's left eye has been constantly tearing, apart from eye discharge. What is happening? Thank you for any assistance you can provide: Hello, I don't know what's going on. Recently, my baby's left eye has been constantly tearing, apart from eye discharge. What is happening? Thank you.Doctor's answer:
It matches the symptoms of lacrimal sac obstruction. It is likely this condition. Most cases of lacrimal duct obstruction in infants are congenital, with a very small number caused by trauma or infections around the eye. Lacrimal duct obstruction due to tumors near the eye. Excessive tearing and discharge are common symptoms. The treatment for lacrimal duct obstruction primarily depends on the child's age.Advice: For excessive discharge, new mothers can use cotton swabs dipped in warm water to clean the baby's eyes twice a day. Gently wipe from the inner corner to the outer corner of each eye, using two cotton swabs per eye. Local medication, cleaning, and probing are also treatment options.