Patient's question:
The baby's eyes have discharge, and now she is four months old. She went to the ophthalmology department of Nanchang Children's Hospital, where they said the baby has a blocked lacrimal duct. However, it has been cleared three times, but it still hasn't been fully cleared. But isn't lacrimal duct obstruction supposed to mean there shouldn't be tears when crying? My baby cries and has quite a bit of tears flowing out. I want to know what the actual reason is (female, 4 months).Doctor's answer:
According to the situation you mentioned, if a thorough examination has been conducted and no obvious or significant inflammation has been found, and it is only manifested as a blocked lacrimal duct, then generally speaking, there is no major issue. It is recommended to undergo irrigation, and if necessary, surgical treatment should be considered.It is advised to apply Tobramycin eye drops to the baby's eyes. Before administering the eye drops, gently press the inner corner of the eye to express the discharge, and then apply the eye drops.
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