3 November 2023
It is a partial or total obstruction in the tear duct, which is the channel through which tears flow, preventing their drainage and producing eye irritation.
Blocked tear duct is a common congenital condition in babies, which disappears spontaneously during the first 10 to 12 months. It can also affect adults, and the most common causes are:
See your ophthalmologist immediately if have watery eyes for more than three days or if you suffer from recurring eye infections to determine the cause and receive the appropriate treatment.
After analyzing your symptoms and clinical history, the ophthalmologist will perform a complete eye exam and perform various tests to confirm the diagnosis, such as:
The treatment to follow will depend on the origin of the blocked tear duct, the severity of the case, and the age of the patient, but may include:
How to prevent blocked tear duct:
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