Blocked tear duct
Mildहिंदी: अग्नाशय की नली का कैंसर · தமிழ்: கணையக் குழாய் புற்றுநோய் · ಕನ್ನಡ: ಮೇದೋಜೀರಕ ಗ್ರಂಥಿ ನಾಳದ ಕ್ಯಾನ್ಸರ್ · తెలుగు: ప్యాంక్రియాటిక్ క్యాన్సర్ · বাংলা: অগ্ন্যাশয় নালীর ক্যান্সার · मराठी: स्वादुपिंडाच्या नलिकेचा कर्करोग · ગુજરાતી: સ્વાદુપિંડની નળીનું કેન્સર
About this condition
Blocked tear ducts prevent normal drainage of tears, causing persistent watering especially in one eye. Common in newborns and older adults in India. Gentle massage and warm compresses help, though some cases need minor procedures to clear the blockage.
Common symptoms
watery eyesrecurrent eye infectionsmucus dischargecrusting of eyelidseye swelling
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When to see a doctor: if persists beyond 1 week
Frequently asked questions
What are the symptoms of Blocked tear duct?
watery eyes, recurrent eye infections, mucus discharge, crusting of eyelids, eye swelling.
When should I see a doctor?
if persists beyond 1 week
Is Blocked tear duct common in India?
Blocked tear duct is commonly seen across India.
Important: This information is for general awareness only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified doctor. In an emergency, call 112.
Data sourced from NIH NLM and MOHFW India.
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