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TREATMENT

Lacrimal disorders

Explore conditions affecting tear production and drainage, impacting eye health.

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Symptoms

  • Conjunctivitis
The conjunctiva is the clear membrane that encircles and protects the eyeball. The conjunctiva has many small blood vessels running through it. The purpose of the conjunctiva is to lubricate and protect the eye and to allow it to move in its socket. Conjunctivitis is an inflammation of the lining of the eye. It can be caused by bacteria, viruses, chemicals, allergies and more.
  • Stye

The cause of styes is usually bacterial infection. They tend to be red and sore. They appear on the edge of the eyelid and due to the infection can fill with pus, causing pain and discomfort. Warm compresses can help promote drainage and healing. Antibiotic creams or drops may be prescribed if required.

  • Wet Eye

Wet eye occurs when tears cannot be drained properly causing constantly watering eyes. The blockage may also cause a build-up of mucus in the nose, which can lead to infections. While infections can be treated with antibiotics, surgery is often needed to clear the blockage itself for lasting relief.

  • Milium

For any of the conditions above, it is advisable to seek advice from an ophthalmologist on treatment options. They can accurately diagnose the condition and recommend appropriate treatment based on the underlying cause.

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Treatment options

  • Warm compresses and eyelid hygiene

Warm compresses can help relieve symptoms of inflammation and blockages in the tear ducts. Proper eyelid hygiene can also help prevent infections and improve tear drainage.

  • Medications

In cases of infections or inflammation, topical or oral medications such as antibiotics or anti-inflammatory drugs may be prescribed to manage the symptoms.

  • Tear duct probing or irrigation

For blocked tear ducts, a healthcare provider may perform tear duct probing or irrigation to clear the obstruction and improve tear drainage.

  • Dacryocystorhinostomy (DCR) surgery

In cases where conservative treatments are ineffective, surgical procedures like DCR may be recommended to create a new drainage pathway for tears to bypass the blocked tear duct.

  • Punctal occlusion

The puncta (tear duct openings) may be temporarily or permanently closed to help retain tears on the eye surface and alleviate dry eye symptoms.

  •  Management of underlying conditions

If lacrimal disorders are associated with underlying medical conditions such as autoimmune disorders, the treatment plan may involve managing the primary condition to improve tear production and drainage.

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