Patient's question:
A child with congenital nasolacrimal duct obstruction, the child has had this condition for a long time. I am very worried and afraid that it will become serious. Please give me some advice.Doctor's answer:
Congenital dacryocystitis is primarily caused by congenital membrane tissue obstruction at the lower end of the nasolacrimal duct or blockage of the nasolacrimal duct by epithelial debris (especially near the lower nasal cavity). In a few cases, it may be caused by bony stenosis or nasal deformities. Local application of antibiotic eye drops or massage, directed towards the nasal cavity, can be performed 2-3 times daily. To shorten the course of treatment, lacrimal duct irrigation and lacrimal duct probing can be performed, which are highly effective and yield satisfactory results.Symptoms and signs:
1., secretion overflow; during lacrimal duct irrigation or probing, reflux of mucous or mucopurulent secretions from the lacrimal duct.