Patient's question:
A baby who is one month old had a lacrimal canal irrigation. The doctor said the lacrimal canal is blocked. After a thorough examination, nothing was clear. The doctor said to do whatever was necessary, and the child suffered. The baby had the irrigation, and I want to ask if a one-month-old child can have lacrimal canal irrigation. Will it damage the eyes? However, after the irrigation, the eyes still tear up, just like before.Doctor's answer:
According to your situation, the newborn's tearing is likely due to the failure of the embryonic remnant at the lower end of the lacrimal duct to atrophy, which blocks the lower end of the lacrimal duct. Tears and bacteria accumulate in the lacrimal sac, sometimes leading to secondary infection. Treatment can involve applying Tobramycin eye drops four times a day. Before applying, gently massage the inner corner of the eye. Before the massage, wash your hands and trim your fingernails. The child should be in a lying position, with another person stabilizing the head and limbs. The operator should gently push from the lacrimal sac area near the nasal root towards the wing of the nose.